The Dark Age of 80s Fantasy Movies | Top 10 Most Underrated Fantasy Movies

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:27:52 +0000

Ready for more enchanting tales? If you haven't already, don't forget to check out part one of our journey through the underrated fantasy films. Click the link below to discover the magic that came before:
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*Part one*
https://youtu.be/P_GFdhHkaB0

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0:00 - 10. Quest for Fire (1981)
1:31 - 9. Hawk The Slayer (1980)
2:30 - 8. The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982)
3:45 - 7. Dragonslayer (1981)
5:48 - 6. Flash Gordon (1980)
7:36 - 5. Return to Oz (1985)
9:12 - 4. Clash of the Titans (1981)
10:37 - 3. Conan the Barbarian (1982)
12:08 - 2. The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988)
13:42 - 1. Willow (1988)

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First, the primal world of "Quest for Fire" (1981), directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud, a captivating tale of survival starring Ron Perlman and Everett McGill, known for their roles in "Hellboy" and "Twin Peaks" respectively.

Next, we encounter the epic saga of "Hawk The Slayer" (1980), directed by Terry Marcel, featuring Jack Palance as the sinister Voltan and John Terry in the titular role, known for his later work in "Lost" and "24."

Then, we wield the mystical blade of "The Sword and the Sorcerer" (1982), helmed by Albert Pyun, featuring the talents of Lee Horsley, Kathleen Beller, and Richard Lynch in a gripping tale of magic and revenge.

Prepare to face the fearsome dragon in "Dragonslayer" (1981), directed by Matthew Robbins, where Peter MacNicol and Caitlin Clarke set off on a quest to defeat the mythical beast. Joining them is Ralph Richardson, adding his seasoned talent to this epic tale of heroism and magic.

In 'Flash Gordon' (1980), directed by Mike Hodges, brace yourself for a cosmic adventure where Sam J. Jones channels the heroic spirit to save the universe from the Ming the Merciless, portrayed by Max von Sydow. Joining the ensemble are Timothy Dalton, Melody Anderson, and Ornella Mut.

Experience the haunting return to the Land of Oz in "Return to Oz" (1985), directed by Walter Murch, starring Fairuza Balk as Dorothy as she encounters new friends and old foes in a darker, more surreal Oz. Other cast members of the movie include Nicol Williamson and Jean Marsh.

Witness the clash of gods and monsters in "Clash of the Titans" (1981), directed by Desmond Davis, featuring Harry Hamlin as Perseus, alongside a stellar cast including Laurence Olivier as Zeus, Maggie Smith as Thetis, Judi Bowker, and Ursula Andress.

Follow the barbaric hero in "Conan the Barbarian" (1982), directed by John Milius, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger in his breakout role as the mighty Conan, battling against James Earl Jones' Thulsa Doom.

Enter the world of "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen" (1988), directed by Terry Gilliam, with John Neville portraying the legendary baron alongside a stellar cast including Eric Idle, Uma Thurman, Sarah Polley, Robin Williams, and Jonathan Pryce.

Finally, the magical realm of "Willow" (1988), directed by Ron Howard, starring Warwick Davis as the unlikely hero alongside Val Kilmer in a classic tale of good versus evil.

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