A barbarian named Kull becomes ruler after defeating the old king in battle. In an effort to regain the throne, the former king's heirs resurrect Akivasha, a witch queen. However, Akivasha has plans of her own for the throne, and only Kull stands in the way.
Practical Effects
Glorious rubber demons and foam-core sets.
Costume
Akivasha's fire demon transformation—peak '90s camp.
Stunts
Sorbo's enthusiastic if unchoreographed sword flailing.
Director
John Nicolella
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was originally pitched as a third Conan film with Arnold Schwarzenegger, but Sorbo refused to play another barbarian named Conan—hence the title swap to Howard's other pulp hero.
Released three months after Batman & Robin, this became collateral damage in Hollywood's 'fantasy is dead' panic—despite actually being fun.
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