The Swordsman (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1992, The Swordsman is a fantasy film directed by Michael Kennedy, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Cop and accomplished fencer Andrew is assigned to protect archaeologist and museum curator Julie Wilkins, the only witness to the theft of the legendary sword of Alexander the Great. Andrew has recurring dreams about two men having a sword fight in what is to be a historical place. At his fencing club he meets Stratos, initiator of a deadly swordplay competition, who seems to be the key to both Andrew's haunting visions and the loss of Alexander's sword.
Who’s in it. The Swordsman stars Lorenzo Lamas as Andrew, Michael Champion as Stratos, Claire Stansfield as Julie and Nicholas Pasco as Nick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Swordsman 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 Swordsman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swordsman tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Swordsman (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swordsman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swordsman worth watching?
- The Swordsman holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Swordsman?
- The Swordsman stars Lorenzo Lamas, Michael Champion, Claire Stansfield, Nicholas Pasco and Raoul Max Trujillo.
- When was The Swordsman released?
- The Swordsman was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.