Willow
A world where heroes come in all sizes and adventure is the greatest magic of all.
1988 • 126 min • Fantasy · Adventure · Action
Synopsis
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.
Our family guide
Best from age 7- 33 Reviewers · 3 · 53%
- 70 Audience · 2211 · 47%
Willow, a hesitant farmer, is entrusted with protecting a special baby from an evil queen and her dark magic. He embarks on a dangerous quest, encountering mythical creatures, powerful sorcerers, and unlikely allies to fulfill a prophecy.
- Violence & peril
- 4/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 4/10
Heads up
- Fantasy violence with swords and magic
- Some scary creatures and dark magic
- Brief moments of peril
What it models well
- Courage in the face of fear
- Protecting the innocent
- Friendship and loyalty
- Believing in oneself
Talk about it after
- The power of destiny and choice
- Good versus evil
- Overcoming personal doubts
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Top billed cast
Director: Ron Howard • Crew: Bob Dolman, George Lucas
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Reviewer notes
Not recommendedAfter watching the film "Willow" for the first time, it was perceived as a corny yet lovable movie with entertaining moments, albeit with cheesy and lacking depth. While the film has its charm, it may not be one that warrants repeat viewings, as it falls short in terms of overall enjoyment.…
Not recommendedTrusted family reviewers**Warwick Davis' life movie isn't bad, but it's not really good either.** Fantasy cinema has experienced moments of brilliance thanks to the creativity of a good number of directors and screenwriters, and also due to the possibilities brought by technology.…
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersWarwick Davis is great in this fantasy as the eponymous fellow charged with keeping a young baby from the evil clutches of the wicked queen "Bavmorda" (Jean Marsh). It has been foretold that this youngster will prove to be the undoing of the reign of terror that has permeated the land, and so this task is going to be perilous to say the least.…
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