The Saracen Blade (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1954, The Saracen Blade is an adventure film directed by William Castle.
What it’s about. Based on the book of the same name by Frank Yerby. Pietro is an orphan who is raised by a family friend in 15th century Italy. When the friend is killed by the same nasty baron who murdered Pietro's father as he led the peasants in revolt against the baron's tyranny, Pietro vows vengeance against the entire family. This will prove difficult, since he's been in love with the daughter of the nasty baron since he was a child and wants to marry her.
Who’s in it. The Saracen Blade stars Ricardo Montalban as Pietro Donati, Betta St. John as Lady Iolanthe Rogliano, Rick Jason as Enzio Siniscola and Carolyn Jones as Elaine of Siniscola, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Saracen Blade 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 Saracen Blade page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Saracen Blade 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 Saracen Blade (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Saracen Blade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Saracen Blade worth watching?
- The Saracen Blade holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Saracen Blade?
- The Saracen Blade stars Ricardo Montalban, Betta St. John, Rick Jason, Carolyn Jones and Whitfield Connor.
- When was The Saracen Blade released?
- The Saracen Blade was released in 1954.