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The Magic Sword

The Magic Sword (1962)

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Release Date: Apr 1, 1962 Wide

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In this fun-filled adventure-fantasy, a rookie knight embarks upon a valiant quest to save a princess who has been captured by a malicious magician. Along the way he must battle the usual assortment of dragons, ogres and other mythical beings. He is assisted by a good witch who gives him a magic sword. Unfortunately, the magic fails and suddenly he must find his own magic from within. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

G, 1 hr. 20 min.

Drama, Action & Adventure, Classics, Science Fiction & Fantasy

Jul 12, 2005

United Artists

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Looking like a Beach Party movie with swords.

October 8, 2008 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews | Comment
Dennis Schwartz
Ozus' World Movie Reviews

Heavy on laughable special effects and outrageously broad performances...

December 6, 2005 Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | Comment
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews

Silly fun with some winning performances and campy effects

October 2, 2002 Comment
Ken Hanke
Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)
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Nothing enjoyable about this.

March 7, 2011
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Sarah Prisbylla

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Unrated sword and sorcery film.

July 8, 2008
threefolddado
Anthony Valletta

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