British label 101 Films has announced that it will release on Blu-ray James Sbardellati's Deathstalker (1983) and Jim Wynorski's Deathstalker II (1987). The double-feature release is scheduled to arrive on the market on August 22.
Deathstalker
Deathstalker tells the tale of a mighty warrior (Richard Hill) tasked to battle the dark forces within a fantastic kingdom. Embarking on a journey to a brutally challenging tournament, Deathstalker seeks its magnificent spoils: the throne of the wicked wizard Munkar, an unstoppable mystical power, and the love of the beautiful Princess Codille (Barbi Benton). But first, Deathstalker must prove himself worthy of his legacy… with danger and treachery lurking at every turn.
Special Features and Technical Specs:
Audio Commentary with director James Sbardellati, special makeup effects artist John Carl Buechler, and actor Richard Brooker
Theatrical trailer
Photo gallery
English subtitles
Deathstalker II
In Deathstalker II, the legendary swordsman (John Terlesky) finds his battle isn't over yet as he must save the kingdom from the iron grip of the tyrannical Jarek and the seductive Sultana. Together they have ruled the land by creating an evil doppelganger of the lovely Princess Evie (Monique Gabrielle). Enlisted into the service of the real Princess Evie, our courageous hero must now return her to her rightful place of power… but can even the dynamic Deathstalker defeat Jarek?
Special Features and Technical Specs:
Audio Commentary with director Jim Wynorski, and actors John Terlesky and Toni Naples