Conan the Destroyer

| 1984

Directed by: Richard Fleischer

Main Plot

"Conan the Destroyer," directed by Richard Fleischer, follows the titular hero, Conan, as he embarks on a perilous quest to retrieve a magical artifact. Hired by Queen Taramis, Conan is promised the resurrection of his lost love in exchange for his success. Joined by a motley crew, including a thief, a warrior, and a wizard, Conan must navigate treacherous landscapes and face formidable foes. As the journey unfolds, Conan discovers that the queen's intentions are far from noble, and the artifact's power could unleash devastating consequences. The film blends action, adventure, and fantasy elements, culminating in a climactic battle where Conan must confront both physical and moral challenges to thwart a sinister plot and save the realm.

Characters

  • Conan, played by Arnold Schwarzenegger, embarks on a quest to retrieve a magical artifact, battling foes and protecting a princess to resurrect his lost love.
  • Grace Jones plays Zula, a fierce warrior who joins Conan's quest, providing crucial combat skills and loyalty to the group.
  • Olivia d'Abo plays Princess Jehnna, a young royal who seeks Conan's help to retrieve a magical artifact, driving the main quest of the story.

Ending Explained

In the climax of "Conan the Destroyer," directed by Richard Fleischer, Conan and his companions face off against the evil sorcerer Toth-Amon and the monstrous deity Dagoth. After rescuing Princess Jehnna and retrieving the magical horn, they return to the castle of Queen Taramis. The queen, however, betrays them, intending to use Jehnna to awaken Dagoth and gain ultimate power. During the ritual, Dagoth transforms into a monstrous creature, revealing the queen's true intentions. Conan and his allies engage in a fierce battle against Dagoth. Ultimately, Conan manages to rip the horn from Dagoth's head, killing the creature and thwarting Taramis's plans. The queen is also killed in the ensuing chaos. In the aftermath, Jehnna is crowned queen, and she offers Conan a position as her consort and protector. Conan, however, declines, choosing instead to continue his own quest for personal freedom and adventure. The film concludes with Conan setting off on his journey, hinting at future adventures and his enduring quest for meaning and purpose.

Richard Fleischer Action Adventure Fantasy Arnold Schwarzenegger Grace Jones Olivia d'Abo