An evil, sadistic Leprechaun goes on a killing rampage in search of his beloved pot of gold.An evil, sadistic Leprechaun goes on a killing rampage in search of his beloved pot of gold.An evil, sadistic Leprechaun goes on a killing rampage in search of his beloved pot of gold.
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- 1 win & 1 nomination total
Robert Hy Gorman
- Alex
- (as Robert Gorman)
Raymond C. Turner
- Dispatcher
- (as Raymond Turner)
Tim Garrick
- Customer
- (as Timothy Garrick)
Klexius Kolby
- Busboy
- (uncredited)
David Tripet
- Security Guard
- (uncredited)
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- Writer
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I understand why people hate this movie, but i like it for what it is.
It has good acting Jennifer Aniston is a good actress and it has some funny characters.
I love the Leprechaun and this was the first movie of his franchise.
Warwick davis was great has the Leprechaun and if they make a new movie i hope he is in it.
Overall a entertaining movie and i can't say i recommend it, but if you like this kind og movie go and Watch it.
It has good acting Jennifer Aniston is a good actress and it has some funny characters.
I love the Leprechaun and this was the first movie of his franchise.
Warwick davis was great has the Leprechaun and if they make a new movie i hope he is in it.
Overall a entertaining movie and i can't say i recommend it, but if you like this kind og movie go and Watch it.
Alright "phenomenon" may be a stretch, but "cult" definitely describes the Leprechaun film franchise. Writer/Director Mark Jones really took some chances with this movie in the early 90's, a time when the Horror genre appeared to be washed up. The end result was a moderately successful B movie that developed a small, but enthusiastic fan base. The idea of a leprechaun in a slasher flick may seem like a ridiculous concept at first. Let's face it, in most folk tales leprechauns are portrayed as adorable little Irish elves; not as hideous, conniving, murderous creatures. Mark Jones could have tried to make this a dark film, and if he had done that it likely would have failed miserably. By throwing some humour into the mix, the concept of the film begins to make sense and the movie becomes rather enjoyable to watch. Leprechaun was well-cast. Jennifer Aniston got her first big break, and she did a tremendous job. Watching her for the first time, it was obvious that she was going to move on to bigger and better things. Warwick Davis is another talented actor and was the perfect choice to play the Leprechaun. This franchise would likely have never become so popular if it weren't for him. The rest of the cast is made up mostly of character actors such as Ken Olandt, Mark Holton, and Robert Gorman. While their performances aren't Oscar worthy, they all do their part to keep the film moving along smoothly. The story is nothing too complex. It is what one would expect for a horror film with a Leprechaun. A Leprechaun has his pot of gold stolen and will stop at nothing to retrieve it and murder anyone who gets in his way. The only way he can be stopped is by using a four-leaf clover. The effects were decent for a low budget movie. The Leprechaun's make-up was very well done. It really enhanced the idea that this is supposed to be an evil Leprechaun. Overall if you are expecting to get a good scare from this movie, you will be disappointed. However, if you are simply looking for a simple, enjoyable movie with some light humour and a decent amount of gore, then this would definitely be worthwhile.
"Leprechaun" is Jennifer Aniston's only big screen appearance before she became a star on "Friends", and WOW! she looks hot! I'm not a fan of hers, and I've never watched "Friends", but she is drop-dead gorgeous in this film, 23 or 24 years old and just beautiful! Oh yeah, there's a leprechaun in this movie too...
I really liked this cheap, low-budget B horror flick. It's bad, but I'll be darned if it's not engaging and compulsively watchable. Much of the credit has to go to Warwick Davis, the evil leprechaun. It's not that he's particularly clever or funny, but he's very engaging, and in spite of myself, I kept wanting to see where he'd pop up next, even when it was predictable. I want more Leprechaun, luckily(?) there's another 5 movies to watch in the series. This film is the truest definition of "It's so bad it's good" that I've come across in recent memory. A lot of fun!
I really liked this cheap, low-budget B horror flick. It's bad, but I'll be darned if it's not engaging and compulsively watchable. Much of the credit has to go to Warwick Davis, the evil leprechaun. It's not that he's particularly clever or funny, but he's very engaging, and in spite of myself, I kept wanting to see where he'd pop up next, even when it was predictable. I want more Leprechaun, luckily(?) there's another 5 movies to watch in the series. This film is the truest definition of "It's so bad it's good" that I've come across in recent memory. A lot of fun!
Want a solid, old school creeper film with a heavy focus on the stupid side of creepy? This is the movie. It's a cult classic for a reason and it does well with achieving the balance that these older less scare heavy horror movies aim for. That being said though if you've seen one you've seen them all. This era of horror is a one trick pony for the most part and barring a few very select things that broke the mold, you are always in for campiness when you choose one of these. Give it a watch. Warwick Davis is good. If there is something newer or had any sense or a budget, you can go with that instead and not be worried.
One of the most popular Horror flicks from the 90's. It's as bad as you have heard but accomplishes on the entertaining factor for B-movie lovers. If you're a Horror fan you might have not seen this one, but for sure you have at least heard of it. It's cheesy, yes but it's entertaining. At least there's some gore, and a likable villain in the style of Freedy Krueger. The plot is cheesy but easy to follow. You have the ingredients to spend 90 minutes of popcorn fun.
Now, this one could work as an actual regular PG-13 low budget Horror movie. The Slasher genre was dead by then but Leprechan remains as one of the efforts to generate life to the genre.
Watch out for a young and very, very cute Jenifer Aniston and a devilish performance by Warwick Davies.
Now, this one could work as an actual regular PG-13 low budget Horror movie. The Slasher genre was dead by then but Leprechan remains as one of the efforts to generate life to the genre.
Watch out for a young and very, very cute Jenifer Aniston and a devilish performance by Warwick Davies.
Did you know
- TriviaVice President Dan Quayle received a "special thanks" credit because his office sped up a working visa for British actor Warwick Davis.
- GoofsWhen the leprechaun climbs down the chimney and Nathan shoots him, he falls near the connecting room. The following shot from above shows him now to be in the middle of the room.
- Quotes
[first lines]
Leprechaun: [the Leprechaun talks to himself while sitting over his pot of gold] Ah! Try as they will, and try as they might, who steals me gold won't live through the night.
- Alternate versionsThe MPAA database shows that an edited version of the film that they rated "PG-13" was submitted. This version does not appear to have been ever released.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Joe Bob's Drive-In Theater: Episode dated 23 April 1994 (1994)
- SoundtracksFour Leaf Clover
Written by Andrew Keresztes
Produced by Kevin Kiner and Andrew Keresztes
Publisher: KAY & EM MUSIC/BMI
Details
- Release date
- Country of origin
- Language
- Also known as
- El duende maldito
- Filming locations
- Saugus, California, USA(Cafe scenes, filmed at The Saugus Cafe and various of other shots throughout the film)
- Production company
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Box office
- Budget
- $900,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $8,556,940
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $2,493,020
- Jan 10, 1993
- Gross worldwide
- $8,556,940
- Runtime1 hour 32 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.33 : 1(original & negative ratio)
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