Steel Dawn
1987, English. Directed by Lance Hool.
He is the desert warrior, carving the future with his sword.
In a post-apocalyptic world, a warrior wandering through the desert comes upon a group of settlers who are being menaced by a murderous gang that is after the water they control.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Steel Dawn
Steel Dawn is streaming on Starz and MovieSphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 6 November 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Doug Lefler
- Budget
- $3.5M
- Box office
- $562K
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Steel Dawn: quick answers
Is Steel Dawn worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.0/10 from 135 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Steel Dawn?
Steel Dawn runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Steel Dawn have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Steel Dawn. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Steel Dawn parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Steel Dawn is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Steel Dawn on?
Steel Dawn is streaming on Starz and MovieSphere+ in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Steel Dawn?
If you liked Steel Dawn, try Mad Max: Fury Road, The Blood of Heroes, Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.
Who directed Steel Dawn?
Steel Dawn (1987) was directed by Lance Hool and stars Patrick Swayze, Lisa Niemi, Anthony Zerbe.