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Red Sonja (1985)

โ€œA woman and a warrior that became a legend.โ€

5.4/10 ยท 987 votes 1h 29m pg-13 ActionFantasyAdventure

#66 of 67 films from 1985 #2045 of 2168 in action

Directed by Richard Fleischer ยท Written by George MacDonald Fraser, Clive Exton

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Overview

The tyrant Gedren seeks the total power in a world of barbarism. She raids the city Hablac and kills the keeper of a talisman that gives her great power. Red Sonja, sister of the keeper, sets out with her magic sword to overthrow Gedren.

Cast

Arnold Schwarzeneggeras Kalidor
Brigitte Nielsenas Red Sonja
Sandahl Bergmanas Queen Gedren
Paul L. Smithas Falkon
Ernie Reyes Jr.as Prince Tarn
Ronald Laceyas Ikol
Pat Roachas Brytag
Terry Richardsas Djart
Janet ร…grenas Varna
Donna Osterbuhras Kendra, the High Priestess
Lara Lambertias Gedren's Handmaid
Hans Meyeras Red Sonja's Father
Francesca Romana Coluzzias Red Sonja's Mother
Stefano Maria Mionias Barlok, Red Sonja's Brother

Facts

Release dateApril 9, 1985
Runtime89 min (1h 29m) โ€” shorter as the 1985 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Budget$17,900,000
Box office$6,948,633 (0.4ร— budget)
IMDbtt0089893

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Questions

How long is Red Sonja?
Red Sonja runs 89 minutes (1h 29m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Red Sonja worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.4/10 across 987 votes, which places it #66 of 67 films released in 1985 in this index (top 3%) and #2045 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Red Sonja?
Red Sonja was directed by Richard Fleischer. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970), 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954), Soylent Green (1973).
Who stars in Red Sonja?
Arnold Schwarzenegger as Kalidor; Brigitte Nielsen as Red Sonja; Sandahl Bergman as Queen Gedren; Paul L. Smith as Falkon; Ernie Reyes Jr. as Prince Tarn; Ronald Lacey as Ikol.
What is Red Sonja rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Red Sonja?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10244.

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