The Black Knight
"Alan Ladd's greatest ! Bigger than ever ! Better than ever ! Bolder than ever !"
Originally released in 1954. The Black Knight is a action/adventure film. directed by Tay Garnett. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alan Ladd, Patricia Medina, and André Morell
Synopsis
John, a blacksmith and swordsmith, is tutored at Camelot. As a commoner, he can't hope to win the hand of Lady Linet, daughter of the Earl of Yeoniland, so he creates a secret alternate identity as the Black Knight. In this new role, he is now able to help King Arthur when Saracens and Cornish men—disguised as Vikings -- plot to take over the country.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 26, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warwick Film Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Knight about?
John, a blacksmith and swordsmith, is tutored at Camelot. As a commoner, he can't hope to win the hand of Lady Linet, daughter of the Earl of Yeoniland, so he creates a secret alternate identity as...
Who directed The Black Knight?
The Black Knight was directed by Tay Garnett.
How long is The Black Knight?
The Black Knight has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Black Knight released?
The Black Knight was released on August 26, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Black Knight?
The main cast of The Black Knight includes Alan Ladd, Patricia Medina, André Morell, Harry Andrews, Peter Cushing.