Leprechaun
Released on Fri, January 8, 1993
The horror-comedy film *Leprechaun* centers around the mischievous and malevolent exploits of a pint-sized creature of Irish folklore. This particular leprechaun is far from the charming image often associated with his kind; instead, he's a ruthless, vengeful being driven by a singular obsession. He is, after all, a demonic leprechaun.
The core conflict of the movie is ignited by the theft of the leprechaun's prized possession: his pot of gold. This golden hoard isn't just a material item for him; it represents his power, his very essence, and the foundation of his malevolent existence. Its abduction throws him into a furious, unyielding quest for its return.
Upon discovering that his gold is missing, the leprechaun embarks on a relentless hunt to reclaim what he believes is rightfully his. His pursuit isn't subtle or restrained; he's a whirlwind of murderous intent, fueled by rage and a burning desire to punish those he deems responsible for his loss. He'll employ whatever means necessary to recover his stolen wealth.
Unaware of the ancient evil they've unleashed, a group of youthful individuals finds themselves in the path of the leprechaun's wrath. They become the targets of his horrifying game, as he relentlessly stalks them, determined to make them pay for their perceived crime of robbing him of his gold. These young people will have to use all of their wit and courage to survive.
As the leprechaun closes in, the young people must scramble to find a way to defeat this supernatural adversary. They are thrust into a desperate fight for survival, forced to confront a monster of legend and folklore. They will have to work together to have any hope of surviving.
The movie becomes a tense and often humorous battle of wits as the young group desperately tries to outsmart and ultimately destroy the vengeful leprechaun. They must find a weakness or a loophole that can be used against the evil force. Only then can they hope to survive his quest to retrieve his missing gold.
Warwick Davis
as Leprechaun
Ken Olandt
as Nathan
Mark Holton
as Ozzie
Robert Hy Gorman
as Alex
Shay Duffin
as Ou0027Grady
John Voldstad
as Shop Owner
John Sanderford
as J.D.