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Legend (1985)

โ€œThere may never be another dawn.โ€

6.3/10 ยท 1,449 votes 1h 34m pg FantasyAdventure

#50 of 67 films from 1985 #764 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Ridley Scott ยท Written by William Hjortsberg

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Overview

Set in a timeless mythical forest inhabited by fairies, goblins, unicorns and mortals, this fantastic story follows a mystical forest dweller, chosen by fate, to undertake a heroic quest. He must save the beautiful Princess Lili and defeat the demonic Lord of Darkness, or the world will be plunged into a never-ending ice age.

Cast

Tom Cruiseas Jack
Mia Saraas Princess Lili
Tim Curryas Lord of "Darkness"
David Bennentas Honeythorn Gump
Alice Playtenas Blix
Billy Bartyas Screwball
Cork Hubbertas Brown Tom
Peter O'Farrellas Pox
Kiran Shahas Blunder
Annabelle Lanyonas Oona
Robert Picardoas Meg Mucklebones
Tina Martinas Nell
Ian Longmuras Demon Cook
Michael Craneas Demon Cook

Facts

Release dateAugust 28, 1985
Runtime94 min (1h 34m) โ€” about the same as the 1985 average of 104 min
GenresFantasy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Budget$24,500,000
Box office$15,502,112 (0.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0089469

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Questions

How long is Legend?
Legend runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Is Legend worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 1,449 votes, which places it #50 of 67 films released in 1985 in this index (top 27%) and #764 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed Legend?
Legend was directed by Ridley Scott. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Gladiator (2000), Alien (1979), Blade Runner (1982).
Who stars in Legend?
Tom Cruise as Jack; Mia Sara as Princess Lili; Tim Curry as Lord of "Darkness"; David Bennent as Honeythorn Gump; Alice Playten as Blix; Billy Barty as Screwball.
What is Legend rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Legend?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/51328.

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