By the Sword
“They come from everywhere to challenge their fate...”
Synopsis
An elderly man named Max comes to the famous fencing coach Villar and asks to take him on as a coach. But the coach does not like his weapon technique, and he only takes Max as a cleaner.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 15, 1992
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeremy Kagan
- Screenplay & Story
- James Donadio, John McDonald
- Original Score
- Bill Conti
- Original Title
- By the Sword
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Film Horizon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeremy Kagan
James Donadio, John McDonald
Bill Conti
Arthur Albert
Department Leadership Roster
Jeremy Kagan
Director
James Donadio
Writer
John McDonald
Writer
Arthur Albert
Director of Photography
Bill Conti
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About By the Sword
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is By the Sword about?
An elderly man named Max comes to the famous fencing coach Villar and asks to take him on as a coach. But the coach does not like his weapon technique, and he only takes Max as a cleaner.
Who directed By the Sword?
By the Sword was directed by Jeremy Kagan.
Who stars in By the Sword?
The principal cast of By the Sword includes F. Murray Abraham, Eric Roberts, Mia Sara, Christopher Rydell, Elaine Kagan.
When was By the Sword released and how long is it?
By the Sword was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for By the Sword?
The original motion picture soundtrack for By the Sword was composed by Bill Conti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for By the Sword?
By the Sword holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).