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Red Sonja

1985·Movie
1h 29min·PG-13
37
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis6
  • Wonder5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue6
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

A woman and a warrior that became a legend.

The tyrant Gedren seeks the total power in a world of barbarism. She raids the city Hablac and kills the keeper of a talisman that gives her great power. Red Sonja, sister of the keeper, sets out with her magic sword to overthrow Gedren.
Sword and SorceryFantasy AdventureFemale Warrior80s Cult ClassicCampy ActionSpectacleHeroic QuestRevenge StoryOver-the-Top

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Red Sonja

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Red Sonja legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Red Sonja worth watching?

37
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 23%, and Metacritic 35). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Red Sonja rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Red Sonja?

1 h 29 min

Red Sonja runs 1 h 29 min.

Is Red Sonja based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Red Sonja?

Critics29
Audiences44

Not quite. Audiences rate Red Sonja higher (44) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Red Sonja a box office hit?

Budget$18 million
Box office$7 million

No. It cost about $18 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 39% of its budget.

What language is Red Sonja in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Italy, Netherlands.

In how many countries can I watch Red Sonja?

58ARATAUBEBGBOBRBYCACHCLCOCRCY+44

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Red Sonja in 58 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Red Sonja use?

Battle ButlerLeotard of PowerShoot the Mage FirstLady of WarLiteral DisarmingCaptain ObviousAll Asians Know Martial ArtsDisney Villain DeathFiery RedheadWhat Happened to the Mouse?Comic-Book AdaptationEvil Is Pettyand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Red Sonja, including Battle Butler, Leotard of Power, Shoot the Mage First.