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Jack the Giant Killer (1962)

"A pretty princess. An evil sorcerer. A hero for the ages."

6.519621h 34mEN
AdventureFantasyFamily

Directed by Nathan Juran

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

May 18, 1962

Director

Nathan Juran

Official Trailer

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Overview

The terrible and trecherous Pendragon plans to gain the throne of Cornwall by getting the king to abdicate and to marry his lovely daughter. To help him he has his dreadful witches in his castle and his almost unstoppable sorcery. A giant under his control abducts the princess, but on the way home w...

Cast

Kerwin Mathews

Kerwin Mathews

Jack

Judi Meredith

Judi Meredith

Princess Elaine

Torin Thatcher

Torin Thatcher

Pendragon

Walter Burke

Walter Burke

Gama

Don Beddoe

Don Beddoe

Imp

Barry Kelley

Barry Kelley

Sigurd

Dayton Lummis

Dayton Lummis

King Mark

Anna Lee

Anna Lee

Lady Constance

Roger Mobley

Roger Mobley

Peter

Robert Gist

Robert Gist

Scottish Captain

Tudor Owen

Tudor Owen

Chancellor

Ken Mayer

Ken Mayer

Boatswain

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Jack the Giant Killer (1962), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The terrible and trecherous Pendragon plans to gain the throne of Cornwall by getting the king to abdicate and to marry his lovely daughter. To help him he has his dreadful witches in his castle and his almost unstoppable sorcery. A giant under his control abducts the princess, but on the way home with her the giant meets farming lad Jack who slays him. This is only the beginning.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Jack the Giant Killer. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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