The Magic Sword (1901): cast, story & where to watch
1901 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1901, The Magic Sword is a fantasy and romance film directed by Walter R. Booth, running about 3 minutes.
What it’s about. On the roof of an ancient palace appear a young Knight and his lady. While they are making love an ugly old witch appears and is rather troublesome. The Knight commands her to leave, and when he is about to force her away she sits on her broom and rises to the moon. After disappearing she causes various hob-goblins to haunt the pair, the last of them stealing away the lady while the Knight's back is turned. The Knight, frantic with grief, is suddenly confronted by a Fairy, who presents him with a magical sword, and tells him that he can use it to regain the young woman.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Magic Sword has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magic Sword page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magic Sword 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 Magic Sword (1901)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magic Sword change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magic Sword worth watching?
- The Magic Sword holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Magic Sword released?
- The Magic Sword was released in 1901, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.