A Knight's Tale

Name: A Knight's Tale
Director: Brian Helgeland
Genre: Adventure, Drama, Romance, Action
Released: 2001-01-01
Duration: 133 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Heath Ledger, Rufus Sewell, Shannyn Sossamon, Paul Bettany, Laura Fraser

2001Dir. Brian Helgeland2h 13m

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Runtime2h 13m

Released2001

Budget$65M

Box office$117.5M

DirectorBrian Helgeland

About This Movie

A Knight's Tale is a curious blend of medieval action and modern sensibilities, with a real sense of fun. Brian Helgeland's direction gives it a unique pace, balancing the drama of tournaments with lighter moments. Heath Ledger’s charm as William Thatcher really holds it together, embodying that underdog spirit. The film's anachronistic soundtrack—think Queen meets jousting—adds a distinct layer to the atmosphere. Practical effects and fight choreography are surprisingly solid, making the tournament scenes engaging without over-reliance on CGI. It’s a different take on classic themes of honor and love, wrapped in a sort of cheeky adventure. There's a certain energy here that makes it stand out among the usual medieval fare.

Director: Brian HelgelandFeatures a rock soundtrack with Queen and David BowiePractical effects dominate the tournament scenesHeath Ledger's breakout role as William Thatcher