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Willow (1988)

โ€œA world where heroes come in all sizes and adventure is the greatest magic of all.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 2,265 votes 2h 6m pg ActionFantasyAdventure

#29 of 68 films from 1988 #618 of 2168 in action

Directed by Ron Howard ยท Written by George Lucas, Bob Dolman

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Overview

The evil Queen Bavmorda hunts the newborn princess Elora Danan, a child prophesied to bring about her downfall. When the royal infant is found by Willow, a timid farmer and aspiring sorcerer, he's entrusted with delivering her from evil.

Cast

Warwick Davisas Willow
Val Kilmeras Madmartigan
Joanne Whalleyas Sorsha
Jean Marshas Queen Bavmorda
Patricia Hayesas Raziel
Gavan O'Herlihyas Airk
Billy Bartyas High Aldwin
Pat Roachas General Kael
David Steinbergas Meegosh
Phil Fondacaroas Vohnkar
Mark Northoveras Burglekutt
Tony Coxas Vohnkar Warrior
Kevin Pollakas Rool
Rick Overtonas Franjean

Facts

Release dateMay 20, 1988
Runtime126 min (2h 6m) โ€” longer as the 1988 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$57,300,000 (1.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt0096446

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Questions

How long is Willow?
Willow runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Is Willow worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 2,265 votes, which places it #29 of 68 films released in 1988 in this index (top 59%) and #618 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Willow?
Willow was directed by Ron Howard. Other well-rated titles by the same director: A Beautiful Mind (2001), Thirteen Lives (2022), Rush (2013).
Who stars in Willow?
Warwick Davis as Willow; Val Kilmer as Madmartigan; Joanne Whalley as Sorsha; Jean Marsh as Queen Bavmorda; Patricia Hayes as Raziel; Gavan O'Herlihy as Airk.
What is Willow rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Willow?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8422.

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