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The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982) Reviews

The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982)
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This is an unusual entry in the knights-in-armor genre. Set in medieval England, the film follows the exploits of a young swordsman, Talon (Lee Horsley). Working as a mercenary knight, Talon possesses a unique three-bladed sword which fires its two extra blades when he touches a button. By chance, Talon learns that he is a prince who has forgotten his royal heritage. Using his sword and his wiles, he attempts to regain control of his kingdom, which has been taken over by a sadistic tyrannical knight and an evil sorcerer. In doing so, he can save a princess who has been taken hostage by the usurpers. Comedy is interspersed with gory and licentious drama throughout the film, which was directed and written by Albert Pyun. ~ Michael Betzold, Rovi

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Starring:
Kathleen BellerSimon MacCorkindale, (more)
Director(s):
Albert Pyun
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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(10 member reviews)  


Member Reviews


Kim S.

Come on! I can't be the only one to remember watching this as a kid and loving it. Ok, truthfully, it was much better 20 years ago but I still got a kick out of the memories. If you haven't seen it, be prepared for some true B-movie scenes and acting; A little T&A and comedy mixed with a low budget. Oh ya, bring a 6-pack of beer...you will need it.

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Bessie S.

can i buy this movie

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Olin C.

This movie, while released in 1982, had to be a failure even in that day. It's bad acting at it's best, and a swiss-cheese storyline at it's worst. The only upside: Brief Nudity, aka natural breasts from early 80's movie models. Otherwise, don't bother to watch this movie, or you'll wish for all 99 minutes back.

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Marcus O.

I've seen worse movies but not much worse. I think Hawk The Slayer has this movie beat in cheesiness. There's not enough bad things I can actually say about this movie but that's why I think it's worth renting because there's plenty to laugh at. Nice T&A shots. This is Mystery Science Theater 3000 written all over it.

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RHONDA and CHARLES W.

Can I buy this Movie??

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Corine P.

A little corny but for the time period but it's a cult classic and worth seeing.

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Matt F.

Definitely not "Conan The Barbarian" or "Conan The Destroyer" for that matter. Didn't enjoy the look of it; the props, the costumes, the fighting cinematagraphy and the misscast characters. Had a Roger Corman feel to it, like it was thrown together in a couple of days. However, there was a good head splitting scene, along with the twisted dungeon masters ugly demise.-Stone

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Aksana C.

This was classic. It was bad. But it was bad in a way where it was actually likeable. Some memorable lines in this one "Now, I poke you with MY dagger!" and great over-the-top B-Movie moments taken to heart. You can't go wrong. Don't expect some grand epic, this is not A-quality work, more like B+ being generous. Has a nice blend of medieval action, humor, and horror elements.

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Jonathan W.

Amongst the on-slot of early eighties medieval fantasy productions, you could do a lot worse than "Sword and the Socerer." It is nowhere near as good as the two mack daddies in this genre, "Conan the Barbarian" and "Excalibur," but I would put it on par with say, "Dragonslayer." I especially enjoyed Lee Horsley as the hero; he has his inner Han Solo on high gear, and it actually works quite nicely. And the make-up and effects are actually pretty damn good for the time period; the sorcerer is one of the coolest looking creatures I've seen in this type of film. Pretty good through and through.

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Wesley L.

Not sure where to begin, this is truly the lowest grade B movie I've seen in my life but it was fun to watch. Kindergarten kids can probably act better than all the cast in this movie. This movie is acted so poorly that it is actually gooood in being so baaad. Summary: lamest acting, lamest writing, lamest directing, lamest story line, lamest attempt in cinematography. You definitely need a six pack to finish watching itÂ… However, I'm a B movies sucker and if you are too, you will enjoy it.

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Kim S.

Come on! I can't be the only one to remember watching this as a kid and loving it. Ok, truthfully, it was much better 20 years ago but I still got a kick out of the memories. If you haven't seen it, be prepared for some true B-movie scenes and acting; A little T&A and comedy mixed with a low budget. Oh ya, bring a 6-pack of beer...you will need it.

Yes   |   No

 
Bessie S.

can i buy this movie

Yes   |   No

 
Olin C.

This movie, while released in 1982, had to be a failure even in that day. It's bad acting at it's best, and a swiss-cheese storyline at it's worst. The only upside: Brief Nudity, aka natural breasts from early 80's movie models. Otherwise, don't bother to watch this movie, or you'll wish for all 99 minutes back.

Yes   |   No

 
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