A Knight's Tale movie poster

A Knight's Tale

"He will rock you"

May 11, 2001 2h 13m 6.9/10 (3,275 votes)

Originally released in 2001. A Knight's Tale is a adventure/drama film. directed by Brian Helgeland. With a runtime of 2h 13m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Heath Ledger, Rufus Sewell, and Shannyn Sossamon

Synopsis

William Thatcher, a knight's peasant apprentice, gets a chance at glory when the knight dies suddenly mid-tournament. Posing as a knight himself, William won't stop until he's crowned tournament champion—assuming matters of the heart don't get in the way.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 11, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 2h 13m 133 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (3,275 votes)
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Budget $65M Production budget
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Box Office $117.5M 1.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$65,000,000
Revenue
$117,487,473

Production Companies

  • Columbia Pictures
  • Escape Artists
  • Finestkind
  • Black and Blu Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Knight's Tale about?

William Thatcher, a knight's peasant apprentice, gets a chance at glory when the knight dies suddenly mid-tournament. Posing as a knight himself, William won't stop until he's crowned tournament ch...

Who directed A Knight's Tale?

A Knight's Tale was directed by Brian Helgeland.

How long is A Knight's Tale?

A Knight's Tale has a runtime of 2 hours and 13 minutes (133 minutes total).

When was A Knight's Tale released?

A Knight's Tale was released on May 11, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Knight's Tale?

The main cast of A Knight's Tale includes Heath Ledger, Rufus Sewell, Shannyn Sossamon, Paul Bettany, Laura Fraser.

Is A Knight's Tale worth watching?

A Knight's Tale has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 3,275 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.