The Princess Bride(1987)

PG
1h 38m

Release Date: Sep 25, 1987 | Moderate

96%
94%
A+
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In a fairy-tale land of swords, giants and miracles, a humble farmhand named Westley embarks on a daring journey to rescue his true love, Buttercup, after she’s kidnapped on the eve of their wedding. Along the way, he must outwit villains, navigate impossible challenges and prove that love conquers all in this witty blend of romance, adventure and humour.

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Releases

Original Release | Sep 25, 1987

Oct 9, 1987 | Moderate

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Box Office Results

Results

Opening Weekend US & Canada:
$206,243
Total US & Canada:
$30,857,814
Total International
$45,055
Total Worldwide:
$30,980,108

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Director & Top Cast

Rob Reiner
Director

Cary Elwes
Westley

Mandy Patinkin
Inigo Montoya

Robin Wright
The Princess Bride

Chris Sarandon
Prince Humperdinck

Christopher Guest
Count Rugen

Wallace Shawn

Vizzini

André René Roussimoff

Fezzik

Fred Savage

The Grandson

Peter Falk

The Grandfather

Peter Cook

The Impressive Clergyman

Mel Smith

The Albino

Carol Kane

Valerie

Billy Crystal

Miracle Max

Anne Dyson

The Queen

Margery Mason

The Ancient Booer

Malcolm Storry

Yellin

Willoughby Gray

The King

Technical Specifications

Sound Mix: Dolby Stereo

Aspect Ratio: 1.85 : 1

Other Details

Country of Origin: United States

Language: English

Summaries

Plot Summary

The Princess Bride is a 1987 American fantasy romantic comedy directed and produced by Rob Reiner, with a screenplay by William Goldman based on his 1973 novel of the same name. The film features an ensemble cast led by Cary Elwes as Westley and Robin Wright as Buttercup, supported by Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Wallace Shawn, André the Giant, Christopher Guest, Fred Savage, Peter Falk, and Billy Crystal. Presented as a story read by a grandfather to his sick grandson, The Princess Bride follows Westley’s transformation from humble farm boy into the Dread Pirate Roberts as he battles sword-fighters, braves the Fire Swamp, and faces the scheming Prince Humperdinck to save the woman he loves. Equal parts action, romance, satire, and fairy-tale whimsy, the film plays with genre conventions while celebrating loyalty, bravery, and laughter through standout dialogue (“Inconceivable!”) and memorable set pieces. Released on September 25, 1987, the film went on to become a beloved cult classic, admired for its sharp writing, warm performances, and affectionate parody of sword-and-sorcery tropes. Less about high-stakes effects and more about character and wit, The Princess Bride endures as a favourite for audiences of all ages who delight in fairy-tale adventure with heart.

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Fun Facts

André the Giant, playing Fezzik, accidentally crushed Cary Elwes' toes during the rope climb scene due to his immense strength, requiring Elwes to perform subsequent sword fights on painkillers while hiding the injury from director Reiner.