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Hawk the Slayer

"Beyond the edge of darkness there is a world of sword and sorcery."

August 27, 1980 1h 33m 4.7/10 (65 votes)

Originally released in 1980. Hawk the Slayer is a fantasy/adventure film. directed by Terry Marcel.

Starring Jack Palance, John Terry, and Bernard Bresslaw

Synopsis

Hawk the Slayer, after seeing both his father and bride die at the hands of his malevolent brother, Voltan, sets out for revenge and the chance to live up to his title. Tooling himself up with the "mind-sword" and recruiting a motley band of warriors β€” a giant, a dwarf, a one-armed man with a machine-crossbow, and an elf with the fastest bow in the land β€” Hawk leads the battle against Voltan to free the land from the forces of evil and avenge his loved ones.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 27, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 33m 93 minutes total
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User Rating 4.7/10 Mixed (65 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • ITC Entertainment
  • Marcel/Robertson Productions Limited
  • Chips Productions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hawk the Slayer about?

Hawk the Slayer, after seeing both his father and bride die at the hands of his malevolent brother, Voltan, sets out for revenge and the chance to live up to his title. Tooling himself up with the ...

Who directed Hawk the Slayer?

Hawk the Slayer was directed by Terry Marcel.

How long is Hawk the Slayer?

Hawk the Slayer has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).

When was Hawk the Slayer released?

Hawk the Slayer was released on August 27, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hawk the Slayer?

The main cast of Hawk the Slayer includes Jack Palance, John Terry, Bernard Bresslaw, Ray Charleson, Peter O'Farrell.