Savage
“Beware the beast within.”
Synopsis
After his family is murdered, and he's left for dead, a farmer awakens in the desert and finds himself transformed into a savage warrior, with all the powers and skills of the ancient gods. Guided by his "spirit masters" he's given a mission; destroy Tital Corporation, the world's most powerful high-tech computer company and its ambitious leader, Michael Burroughs. Burrough's has discovered the technological remains of an ancient race and a secret that will allow him to open the Vortex and achieve immortality. Out in the desert, ancient powers collide with sophisticated technology as the Savage and Burroughs meet in a titanic struggle that could destroy mankind.
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Savage | The Quest for Immortality | Full Action Movie
Type: Featurette • Published 2026-05-25
Top Cast
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Olivier Gruner
Savage / Alex
Jennifer Grant
Nicky Carter
Kario Salem
Reese Burroughs
Kristin Minter
Marie Belot
Sam McMurray
Edgar Wallace
Herschel Sparber
Allen Poe
Tom Schanley
Halliday
Michael Cudlitz
Spillane
Luke Askew
Capt. Rohmer
Maria von Hartz
Veronica
Victoria Morsell
Gloria Verne
Jordan Stuart
Kimmy Verne
Paulo Tocha
Inquisitor
Moon Jones
Armani Warlord
John Henry Whitaker
Biker
Peter Navy Tuiasosopo
Samoan
Vince Lozano
News Vendor
Dyrk Ashton
Muscleman
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 15, 1997
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Avi Nesher
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Sagal, Avi Nesher
- Original Score
- Roger Neill
- Original Title
- Savage
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Budget
- $5M
- Production Studios
- Conquistador Entertainment, Mahagonny Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Avi Nesher
Peter Sagal, Avi Nesher
Roger Neill
Peter Fernberger
Avi Nesher, Pascal Borno
Department Leadership Roster
Avi Nesher
Director
Peter Sagal
Writer
Avi Nesher
Writer
Scott Leva
Stunt Coordinator
Avi Nesher
Producer
Peter Fernberger
Director of Photography
Roger Neill
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Savage
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What is Savage about?
After his family is murdered, and he's left for dead, a farmer awakens in the desert and finds himself transformed into a savage warrior, with all the powers and skills of the ancient gods. Guided by his "spirit masters" he's given a mission; destroy Tital Corporation, the world's most powerful high-tech computer company and its ambitious leader, Michael Burroughs. Burrough's has discovered the technological remains of an ancient race and a secret that will allow him to open the Vortex and achieve immortality. Out in the desert, ancient powers collide with sophisticated technology as the Savage and Burroughs meet in a titanic struggle that could destroy mankind.
Who directed Savage?
Savage was directed by Avi Nesher.
Who stars in Savage?
The principal cast of Savage includes Olivier Gruner, Jennifer Grant, Kario Salem, Kristin Minter, Sam McMurray.
When was Savage released and how long is it?
Savage was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Savage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Savage was composed by Roger Neill.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Savage?
Savage holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).