Willow Series Trailer Reveals Epic & Magical Continuation Of The Saga
The first trailer for Willow reveals an epic, magical, and adventurous continuation of the original film. Ron Howard directed the 1988 film, which starred Val Kilmer, Warwick Davis, Joanne Whalley, and Jean Marsh, and was written by George Lucas and Bob Dolman. The magical adventure tracked the exploits of Willow, a young farmer and aspiring magician who is tasked with protecting a gifted baby girl from the clutches of an evil queen. The film was a moderate success at the time, but has gained notoriety over the years as a beloved cult classic.
The Willow series was announced in 2021, featuring the return of Davis' character as the lead with a new supporting cast that includes Dempsey Bryk, Amar Chadha-Patel, Ellie Bamber, Tony Revolori, Ruby Cruz, and Erin Kellyman. The story involves a young princess enlisting the help of Willow, now a great sorcerer, along with a group of warriors from around the realm, to help rescue her twin brother. The series was developed by Wendy Mericle and Jonathan Kasdan, with original director Ron Howard acting as an executive producer.
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The first trailer for the Willow series has been released and features an epic adventure that appears much larger in scope than the original film. A surprise casting is also revealed in the trailer, showing that Joanne Whalley is returning to the series, after appearing in the original film. Hints of James Horner's original score can also be heard throughout, showing that the series isn't veering too far from its roots. Check out the trailer below:
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