Zorro, The Gay Blade (1981)
Director
Peter Medak
Main cast
George Hamilton; Lauren Hutton; Brenda Vaccaro; Ron Leibman; Donovan Scott
Genres
Action, Comedy
Description
George Hamilton stars in a dueling dual role as twin sons of the legendary Zorro. Soon after the dashing Don Diego Vega inherits his father's famous sword and costume, a broken ankle prevents the masked avenger from fulfilling his heroic duties. When his flamboyantly fashion-conscious brother assumes the secret identity to continue an ongoing fight for justice, the results are nothing short of hilarious!
Peter Medak
Main cast
George Hamilton; Lauren Hutton; Brenda Vaccaro; Ron Leibman; Donovan Scott
Genres
Action, Comedy
Description
George Hamilton stars in a dueling dual role as twin sons of the legendary Zorro. Soon after the dashing Don Diego Vega inherits his father's famous sword and costume, a broken ankle prevents the masked avenger from fulfilling his heroic duties. When his flamboyantly fashion-conscious brother assumes the secret identity to continue an ongoing fight for justice, the results are nothing short of hilarious!
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