Zorro, The Gay Blade
1981, English. Directed by Peter Medak.
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In 19th century Mexico, legendary swordsman Zorro has passed on his weapon and his sense of duty to his noble son, Diego, a dashing swashbuckler like his father. But after an injury sidelines Diego, he is forced to hand the mask over to his twin, Ramon.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Peter MedakDirector
- George HamiltonDon Diego Vega / Zorro / Bunny Wigglesworth / The Gay Blade / Ramon Vega
- Lauren HuttonCharlotte Taylor Wilson
- Brenda VaccaroFlorinda
- Ron LeibmanCaptain Esteban
- Donovan ScottPaco
- James BoothVelasquez
- Helen BurnsConsuela
- Clive RevillGarcia
- Carolyn SeymourDolores
- Eduardo NoriegaDon Francisco
- Jorge RussekDon Fernando
- Eduardo AlcarazDon Jose
Details
- Released
- 17 July 1981
- Country
- Mexico, United States of America
- Written by
- Hal Dresner
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $10M
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What Zorro, The Gay Blade is based on
Zorro, The Gay Blade is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.
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Zorro, The Gay Blade: quick answers
Is Zorro, The Gay Blade worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Zorro, The Gay Blade?
Zorro, The Gay Blade runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Zorro, The Gay Blade have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Zorro, The Gay Blade. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Zorro, The Gay Blade parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Zorro, The Gay Blade is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Zorro, The Gay Blade on?
Zorro, The Gay Blade isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 July 1981. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Zorro, The Gay Blade?
If you liked Zorro, The Gay Blade, try The Princess Bride, Shanghai Noon, Goin' South.
Who directed Zorro, The Gay Blade?
Zorro, The Gay Blade (1981) was directed by Peter Medak and stars George Hamilton, Lauren Hutton, Brenda Vaccaro.
What is Zorro, The Gay Blade based on?
Zorro, The Gay Blade is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.