Vin Diesel is popularly known for his action-packed role in the Fast & Furious franchise, but one of his most overlooked roles is finally getting a second chance. The Last Witch Hunter, a fantasy action movie inspired by Dungeons & Dragons, is heading to streaming giant Netflix on June 17.
Though the movie was released all the way back in 2015, it failed to make waves at the box office. But over time, it’s gained a loyal fanbase for its dark visuals, magical world-building, and Diesel’s intense performance. So, let’s dive deeper to know what the movie is all about.
Don’t miss Vin Diesel’s fantasy adventure The Last Witch Hunter on Netflix
Actor Vin Diesel has played several characters throughout his decades-long career, but The Last Witch Hunter is one of his most unique and often overlooked roles. The 2015 movie didn’t make a big impact when it first hit theatres, but now it’s finding new life as it arrives on Netflix on June 17.
This action-packed fantasy movie perfectly mixes magic, ancient curses, and a fight to save the world. And it was actually inspired by Vin Diesel’s own Dungeons & Dragons character. In the movie, he plays Kaulder, a warrior cursed with immortality after defeating a powerful Witch Queen centuries ago.
She may have been stopped back then, but her evil isn’t gone for good. So, in the present day, Kaulder works as a witch hunter, keeping peace between humans and witches. But when dark magic starts showing up again, he realizes the Queen’s followers are planning something terrible – her return.
So, he teams up with a young priest and a witch with the power to enter dreams. Together, they follow a trail of dangerous spells, hidden memories, and deadly enemies. As the Queen’s resurrection draws near, Kaulder is forced to relive the worst moments of his past and face the possibility of losing everything – including his immortality.
So, if you’re a fan of fantasy and D&D-style adventures, then this could be your next favorite watch.
Vin Diesel’s passion for fantasy and gaming
Everyone knows about Vin Diesel’s acting chops, but what they might not know is that he’s a huge nerd. Besides racing cars and doing stunts, he loves science fiction and fantasy stories.
He has also acted in movies like Riddick, Guardians of the Galaxy, Babylon A.D., and Bloodshot, which shows his interest in these genres.
One of his biggest passions is the game Dungeons & Dragons. He has talked about the same many times, even writing an introduction for a book celebrating the game’s 30 years. His love for D&D also inspired his role in The Last Witch Hunter, a character he based on the game.
Moreover, he even joined a popular web series called Critical Role to play the character of Kaulder. Even though some of his passion projects haven’t been hits, when they do succeed, they really stand out. So, his nerdy love for fantasy and games helps him create movies that give people a fun escape from reality.
The Last Witch Hunter will be available to stream on Netflix from June 17.
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