The Deadly Riddle (1956)

The Deadly Riddle (1956)

1956-05-22 United States of America 41 Min. PG-13
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Overview

Traveling through his kingdom’s forest one day King Arthur is confronted by The Red Knight who plans to slay him but decides to challenge him with the riddle “What does a woman want from a man?” Instructing him that there is only one correct answer he sets him free with the proviso that he must return in a month with the solution or be put to death. Riding beside the King, Sir Gawain and he become acquainted with Maid Marian who exiled herself to the forest. A frustrating month ensues as Arthur seeks the answer finally, striking a bargain with a hag to save himself. But will the price be too high?

Cast

Natalie Wood is Lady Marian
Lady Marian
Jacques Sernas is Sir Gawaine
Sir Gawaine
Torin Thatcher is The Red Knight
The Red Knight
Geoffrey Toone is King Arthur
King Arthur
Mary Ellen Kay is Queen Guinevere
Queen Guinevere