Willow 1988
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What is Willow?
"Willow" is a fantasy film about a young man's journey. The story revolves around the evil forces of Queen Bavmorda, who seeks to destroy a child prophesied to bring about her downfall.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 126 minutes
- Release date
- May 20, 1988
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Lucasfilm Ltd., Imagine Entertainment
- Budget
- $35,000,000
- Revenue
- $57,300,000
- Genres
- Fantasy, Adventure, Action
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Overview
"Willow" is a fantasy film about a young man's journey. The story revolves around the evil forces of Queen Bavmorda, who seeks to destroy a child prophesied to bring about her downfall. This child, a newborn princess, is discovered by Willow, a timid farmer and aspiring sorcerer. Willow is entrusted with the task of delivering the princess from evil. As a result, he embarks on a perilous quest to protect the infant from those who seek to harm her. The film follows Willow's journey as he navigates treacherous landscapes and faces numerous challenges in order to fulfill his duty. The story is centered around Willow's character development and his growth into a more confident and capable individual. The film's plot is driven by the quest to safeguard the princess and prevent the evil queen's plans from coming to fruition.
Should you watch it?
“A timid farmer must protect a prophesied infant from a ruthless queen.”
- Directed by Ron Howard with George Lucas’s creative influence
- Features Warwick Davis in his first leading role
- Pioneering visual effects for its time
- At over two hours, its pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic high‑fantasy quests with underdog heroes and groundbreaking effects.
Its PG rating and fantasy adventure tone make it suitable for most viewers, including younger audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Willow?
Willow was directed by Ron Howard.
Who produced the film?
George Lucas served as executive producer and the film was produced by Nigel Wooll.
Who stars as the lead character?
Warwick Davis plays the titular farmer Willow, his first leading role.
What is the main plot premise?
A timid farmer and aspiring sorcerer is tasked with delivering a newborn princess prophesied to defeat the evil Queen Bavmorda.
What genre does Willow belong to?
Willow is a high‑fantasy adventure film, also classified as action.