The Runestone (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1991, The Runestone is an adventure and horror film directed by Willard Carroll, running about 105 minutes. “An ancient prophecy is about to become a modern nightmare.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Norse runestone is discovered in Western Pennsylvania. The prophecy upon it tells of the Norse great wolf Fenrir (Fenris), and that its release from the stone will bring about Ragnarok --- the end of the world. Archaeologist Sam Stewart and wife Marla find it has some connection to their friend Martin. A young boy named Jacob is haunted by terrifying nightmares of what is to come, and his family explains these dreams through stories from Norse legend, which says that the only one who can destroy Fenrir is Tyr, the Norse god of war, who is prophesied to return to fight the creature.
Who’s in it. The Runestone stars Joan Severance as Marla Stewart, Peter Riegert as Capt. Gregory Fanducci, William Hickey as Lars Hagstrom and Tim Ryan as Sam Stewart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Runestone has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Runestone page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Runestone tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Runestone (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Runestone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Runestone worth watching?
- The Runestone holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Runestone?
- The Runestone stars Joan Severance, Peter Riegert, William Hickey, Tim Ryan and Chris Young.
- When was The Runestone released?
- The Runestone was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.