Jack the Giant Killer

Jack the Giant Killer

1962 · 94 min · EN · G · 6.6 (57 votes)
Dir. Nathan Juran · Starring Kerwin Mathews, Judi Meredith, Torin Thatcher, Walter Burke, Don Beddoe, Barry Kelley · Music Bert Shefter

“A pretty princess. An evil sorcerer. A hero for the ages.”

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Desiring control of the kingdom, evil wizard Pendragon devises a cunning machination to usurp the throne. By abducting and forcing Princess Elaine to marry him, Pendragon will coerce the king into abdicating his power. When Pendragon sends a giant to kidnap Elaine, a simple farmer named Jack witnesses the abduction, and bravely slays the beast. Undeterred, Pendragon has more power and creatures at his disposal.

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A charming, old-fashioned fantasy adventure. Its stop-motion magic and fairytale quest feel like stepping into a storybook, perfect for a cozy family viewing.

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