Excalibur
dir. John Boorman
70
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Arthur fulfills his fate by bringing together the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot and unifying the country. However, this flawed monarch faces greater tests ahead in pursuit of love, the Holy Grail, and his nation's survival.
Critics consensus
John Boorman's operatic, opulent take on the legend of King Arthur is visually remarkable, and features strong performances from an all-star lineup of British thespians.
Directed byJohn Boorman
StarringNigel Terry, Nicol Williamson, Helen Mirren, Nicholas Clay, Paul Geoffrey, Cherie Lunghi
Written byJohn Boorman, Rospo Pallenberg
CinematographyAlex Thomson
EditingDonn Cambern
MusicTrevor Jones
Excalibur
1981 · R · 2h 21m
Adventure, Fantasy
Arthur fulfills his fate by bringing together the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot and unifying the country. However, this flawed monarch faces greater tests ahead in pursuit of love, the Holy Grail, and his nation's survival.
Our Verdict
70
Critics Consensus
John Boorman's operatic, opulent take on the legend of King Arthur is visually remarkable, and features strong performances from an all-star lineup of British thespians.
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