The Black Fortress (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1988, The Black Fortress is an animation film directed by Barbara Eckhold, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. When Martin returns from war, he finds that nothing is the way it once was. He watches a few remaining villagers leave offerings in the town square for a giant monster, and he sees that whoever has nothing left for the monster is turned into stone. To make matters worse, Martin finds out that his fiancee, Maria, is being held captive in the monster's Black Fortress.
Who’s in it. The Black Fortress stars Walter Wickenhauser as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Black Fortress has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Fortress page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Fortress tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Fortress (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Fortress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Fortress worth watching?
- The Black Fortress holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Black Fortress?
- The Black Fortress stars Walter Wickenhauser.
- When was The Black Fortress released?
- The Black Fortress was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.