A barbarian trained in the arts of war joins with thieves in a quest to solve the riddle of steel and find the sorcerer responsible for the genocide of his people in this faithful adaptation of Robert E. Howard's sword and sorcery adventures. This film briefly sparked a wave of fantasy films including the sequel, Conan the Destroyer, in the early 80s.
Written by Keith Loh <loh@sfu.ca>
Sterling Hayden was first choice for the role of King Osric but became ill before shooting began.
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Goofs
Continuity:
When Valeria reaches for the jewels after they first steal from the tower, her hand is faced downwards but when Conan grabs her and seductively moves the jewel over her, her hand is turned over so she can move her fingers towards the jewel.
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Quotes
[first lines]
Title Card:
That which does not kill us makes us stronger - Friedrich Nietzsche See more »