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Movie Info

Release Date: May 20, 1988
Runtime: 126 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (3)
Genres:
Action Adventure Fantasy
Budget: $35,000,000
Revenue: $57,300,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
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52%
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47/100
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7.0/10
TMDB
2,129 votes
7.2/10
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139,033 votes
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Willow

1988

"A destiny forged by magic, courage, and friendship."

Also known as: 🇪🇸 ES: Willow en la Tierra del Encanto? 🇵🇹 PT: Willow: Na Terra da Magia? 🇬🇷 EL: Γουίλοου, η Οργή των Θρύλων? All international titles (3) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 0/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Available in Romania on Disney Plus

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Box Office

Budget: $35,000,000
Revenue: $57,300,000
Profit $22,300,000
ROI +63.7% (1.6x)

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Willow is directed by Ron Howard .

Cast of Willow

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Crew & Production

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Willow

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  • The film's special effects team utilized a combination of practical effects and animatronics to create the various magical creatures, including the two-headed dragon, enhancing the fantasy aspect of the film.

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  • Willow was filmed primarily in various locations in Wales, with the stunning landscapes providing a backdrop that contributed to the film's magical atmosphere.

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  • In one scene, the character Willow is seen using a spell to transform a pig into a human; this moment references the film's broader themes of transformation and destiny.

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  • The film features a score composed by James Horner, whose work helped establish the emotional tone of the adventure and has been noted for its memorable themes.

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  • During the scene where Willow is fighting off Queen Bavmorda's forces, a crew member can be spotted in the background, an unintentional mistake that made it into the final cut.

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  • Ron Howard, who directed Willow, later collaborated with producer George Lucas on other projects, continuing a filmmaking partnership that began with American Graffiti.

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