The Runestone

– A Norse runestone is discovered in Western Pennsylvania. The prophecy upon it tells of the Norse gre..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
4.90 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 45 Minutes
Release Year:
1991
The Runestone (1991)

A Norse runestone is discovered in Western Pennsylvania. The prophecy upon it tells of the Norse great wolf Fenrir (Fenris), and that its release from the stone will bring about Ragnarok --- the end of the world. Archaeologist Sam Stewart and wife Marla find it has some connection to their friend Martin. A young boy named Jacob is haunted by terrifying nightmares of what is to come, and his family explains these dreams through stories from Norse legend, which says that the only one who can destroy Fenrir is Tyr, the Norse god of war, who is prophesied to return to fight the creature.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA
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Release Date:

23 Jul 1993

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
R – Restricted

Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

Director:

Willard Carroll

Writer:

Mark E. Rogers (novel), Willard Carroll (screenplay)

Main Actors:

Peter Riegert, Joan Severance, William Hickey, Tim Ryan

Plot:

A Norse runestone is discovered in Western Pennsylvania. The prophecy upon it tells of the Norse great wolf Fenrir (Fenris), and that its release from the stone will bring about Ragnarok --- the end of the world. Archaeologist Sam Stewart and wife Marla find it has some connection to their friend Martin. A young boy named Jacob is haunted by terrifying nightmares of what is to come, and his family explains these dreams through stories from Norse legend, which says that the only one who can destroy Fenrir is Tyr, the Norse god of war, who is prophesied to return to fight the creature.

Production:

Live Home Video

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
4.9/10