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King Arthur (2004)

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6.3/10 ยท 3,016 votes 2h 6m pg-13 ActionAdventureDramaHistoryWar

#117 of 179 films from 2004 #1428 of 2168 in action

Directed by Antoine Fuqua ยท Written by David Franzoni

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Overview

The story of the Arthurian legend, based on the 'Sarmatian hypothesis' which contends that the legend has a historical nucleus in the Sarmatian heavy cavalry troops stationed in Britain, and that the Roman-British military commander, Lucius Artorius Castus is the historical person behind the legend.

Cast

Clive Owenas Arthur
Ioan Gruffuddas Lancelot
Keira Knightleyas Guinevere
Mads Mikkelsenas Tristan
Joel Edgertonas Gawain
Hugh Dancyas Galahad
Ray Winstoneas Bors
Stephen Dillaneas Merlin
Ray Stevensonas Dagonet
Til Schweigeras Cynric
Stellan Skarsgรฅrdas Cerdic
Sean Gilderas Jols
Ken Stottas Marius Honorius
Charlie Creed-Milesas Ganis

Facts

Release dateJuly 7, 2004
Runtime126 min (2h 6m) โ€” longer as the 2004 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Drama, History, War
LanguageEN
Budget$120,000,000
Box office$203,567,857 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0349683

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Questions

How long is King Arthur?
King Arthur runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Is King Arthur worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 3,016 votes, which places it #117 of 179 films released in 2004 in this index (top 35%) and #1428 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed King Arthur?
King Arthur was directed by Antoine Fuqua. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Michael (2026), Emancipation (2022), Training Day (2001).
Who stars in King Arthur?
Clive Owen as Arthur; Ioan Gruffudd as Lancelot; Keira Knightley as Guinevere; Mads Mikkelsen as Tristan; Joel Edgerton as Gawain; Hugh Dancy as Galahad.
What is King Arthur rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for King Arthur?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/28912.

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