Labyrinth (disambiguation)
Disambiguation page for Labyrinth, Labyrint, and Labyrinthe.
Labyrinth (disambiguation) is a reference page listing various works and entities named Labyrinth, Labyrint, or Labyrinthe, spanning art, film, television, games, literature, music, places, science, and other uses. It is notable for aggregating multiple cultural and historical references to the term, including a 1986 fantasy film directed by Jim Henson and a 1980 video game for the TRS-80.
- Earliest video game
- 1980
- Video game platforms
- TRS-80, BBC Micro
- Film director
- Jim Henson
- Film year
- 1986
- Card game type
- patience or card solitaire
- Board game feature
- shifting pieces forming a constantly changing maze
Lore & Background
The term Labyrinth originates from Greek mythology as an elaborate maze. The disambiguation page collects references across multiple domains: in film, it includes a 1959 German-Italian drama, a 1986 fantasy film by Jim Henson, a 1991 German-Czech drama, a 2002 Serbian film, and a planned 2026 Japanese anime film. Television series include the Swedish drama Labyrint (2007) and the Czech crime series Labyrint (2015). Games listed include a card game (patience or solitaire), a marble game, a board game with shifting pieces, a paper-and-pencil logical game, and two early video games: Labyrinth (1980) for the TRS-80 and Labyrinth (1984) for the BBC Micro. There are also video games based on the 1986 film, including Labyrinth: The Computer Game and a Japanese exclusive titled Labyrinth: Maō no Meikyū (Maze of the Goblin King).
Reader's Guide
The disambiguation page serves as a comprehensive index for the term Labyrinth, reflecting its broad cultural penetration. It documents early video game history with titles from 1980 and 1984, and ties to a major fantasy film from 1986 directed by Jim Henson. The page also notes a board game by Volko Ruhnke titled Labyrinth: The War on Terror (2001–?), and a marble game. In literature, it lists a 2005 novel by Kate Mosse and a novella in the Vorkosigan Saga by Lois McMaster Bujold. Music references include bands, albums, and songs spanning multiple decades and genres. The page also covers scientific uses such as the bony labyrinth of the human ear and labyrinth fish. Its significance lies in cataloging the term's diverse applications across entertainment, science, and art, providing a single reference point for researchers and enthusiasts.
Did You Know?
- The earliest video game listed is Labyrinth (1980) for the TRS-80.
- The 1986 film Labyrinth was directed by Jim Henson.
- Labyrinth: Maō no Meikyū is a Japanese exclusive video game based on the 1986 film.
- The board game Labyrinth: The War on Terror was designed by Volko Ruhnke.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Labyrinth (disambiguation)?
It is a reference page that collects every distinct work, place, or concept sharing the name Labyrinth, Labyrint, or Labyrinthe across media such as film, television, games, literature, music, and science. Rather than describing a single title, it serves as a directory so readers can find the specific entry they are looking for.
What is the earliest video game listed under the Labyrinth name?
The oldest video game entry dates to 1980, released for the TRS-80 computer. A follow-up version later appeared for the BBC Micro, making those two machines the known platforms for the early Labyrinth title.
Is there a board game called Labyrinth, and how does it work?
Yes—among the entries on the disambiguation page is a board game whose defining mechanic involves shifting pieces that rearrange the maze layout on every turn. This means the path a player must navigate is constantly changing rather than fixed.
What is the famous 1986 Labyrinth film?
It is a fantasy movie directed by Jim Henson, released in 1986, and it is one of the most well-known cultural works listed on the disambiguation page. The film is often the first thing people think of when they encounter the title Labyrinth, which is why it gets its own dedicated entry.
Does Labyrinth also refer to a card game?
It does; one of the listed uses is a patience or card-solitaire game that goes by the name Labyrinth. This places the title in the broader family of single-player card games alongside the board game and video game entries on the same page.
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