Deathstalker (2025 film)

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Deathstalker
Deathstalker logo.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed by Steven Kostanski
Written bySteven Kostanski
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyAndrew Appelle
Edited byRobert Hyland
Music by Blitz//Berlin
Production
companies
  • Hangar 18 Media
  • Berserkergang Films
Distributed by
Release dates
  • August 15, 2025 (2025-08-15)(Locarno)
  • October 10, 2025 (2025-10-10)(United States)
Running time
103 minutes [1]
Countries
  • Canada
  • United States
LanguageEnglish

Deathstalker is a 2025 sword and sorcery film written and directed by Steven Kostanski. It is a remake of the 1983 film of the same name. It stars Daniel Bernhardt as the titular character, alongside Patton Oswalt, Christina Orjalo, Paul Lazenby, and Nina Bergman. Peter Kuplowsky is one of the executive producers.

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The film premiered at the 78th Locarno Film Festival on August 15, 2025, and was released in the United States by Shout! Studios on October 10, 2025.

Plot

Cast

Production

In March 2024, it was revealed that a remake of Deathstalker was in development, with Steven Kostanski writing and directing the film. Daniel Bernhardt was cast as the titular character, and Slash serving as an executive producer. [2] [3] In the subsequent months, it was revealed that Christina Orjalo, Paul Lazenby, and Nina Bergman joined the cast. [4] [5] [6]

Filming

Principal photography began in late April 2024, in Greater Sudbury, Canada, [2] and wrapped on October 12. [7]

Music

Blitz//Berlin composed the score, while Slash, Bear McCreary, and Chuck Cirino composed the theme song for the film. [8]

Release

Deathstalker premiered at the 78th Locarno Film Festival on August 15, 2025, and was released in the United States by Shout! Studios on October 10, 2025. [9] [10]

Reception

On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes , 87% of 23 critics' reviews are positive. [11]

SAF Movie Reviews gave it a score of 74 out of 100, calling it a charming, self-aware and trashy film that hits all the right spots.[ citation needed ]

References

  1. ↑ "DEATHSTALKER". British Columbia Film Classification Office . September 12, 2025. Retrieved September 13, 2025.
  2. 1 2 Kay, Jeremy (March 2, 2024). "Daniel Bernhardt to star in reboot of Roger Corman's 'Deathstalker' films (exclusive)". Screen Daily . Retrieved May 18, 2024.
  3. ↑ Ramachandran, Naman (May 18, 2024). "Roger Corman Reboot 'Deathstalker,' Exec Produced by Guns N' Roses' Slash, Unveils First Look, Raven Banner Launches Sales at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety . Retrieved May 18, 2024.
  4. ↑ "First look at Nina Bergman In 'Deathstalker'". ninabergman.com. October 10, 2024. Retrieved February 27, 2025.
  5. ↑ @famousbouncers; (November 25, 2024). "That is a WRAP for "Jotak" on @kill_kostanski's #Deathstalker!!! Absolutely grueling 13 hour day to close things out, but so much goddamn fun all the way through. THANK YOU to the cast and crew, you guys rock, and special thanks to my brother @therealdanielbernhardt for opening the door for me to land this role in the first place" – via Instagram.
  6. ↑ @christinaorjalo; (December 7, 2024). "Still in awe of the kick-ass team that brought Deathstalker to life over these past few months, and can't wait for folks to meet Brisbayne and the gang. Adventure awaits!🪈🔮⚔️" – via Instagram.
  7. ↑ Shepherd, Wendy (October 12, 2024). "First look at Nina Bergman In Steven Kostanski's 'Deathstalker' Fantasy Film Starring Daniel Bernhardt". Movie Vine. Retrieved February 27, 2025.
  8. ↑ Hamman, Cody (October 10, 2024). "Slash, Bear McCreary, and Chuck Cirino teamed up for the Deathstalker remake theme song". JoBlo.com . Retrieved February 27, 2025.
  9. ↑ Hopewell, John (July 31, 2025). "Shout! Studios Acquires English-Language Territories to Steven Kostanski's 'Deathstalker,' a Reboot of Roger Corman's Cult Favorite (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety . Retrieved July 31, 2025.
  10. ↑ Blevins, Adam (August 7, 2025). "A 'John Wick' Veteran Braces for a Fight in New 'Deathstalker' Image [Exclusive]". Collider . Retrieved August 9, 2025.
  11. ↑ "Deathstalker". Rotten Tomatoes . Retrieved October 18, 2025.
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