The Patriot
"Before they were soldiers, they were family. Before they were legends, they were heroes. Before there was a nation, there was a fight for freedom."
Originally released in 2000. The Patriot is a drama/history film. directed by Roland Emmerich. With a runtime of 2h 45m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, and Joely Richardson
Synopsis
After proving himself on the field of battle in the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin wants nothing more to do with such things, preferring the simple life of a farmer. But when his son Gabriel enlists in the army to defend their new nation, America, against the British, Benjamin reluctantly returns to his old life to protect his son.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 28, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
2h 45m
165 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (4,176 votes)
Budget
$110M
Production budget
Box Office
$215.3M
2.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Mel Gibson
as Benjamin Martin
Heath Ledger
as Gabriel Martin
Joely Richardson
as Charlotte Selton
Jason Isaacs
as Col. William Tavington
Chris Cooper
as Col. Harry Burwell
Tchéky Karyo
as Jean Villeneuve
René Auberjonois
as Reverend Oliver
Lisa Brenner
as Anne Howard
Tom Wilkinson
as Gen. Cornwallis
Donal Logue
as Dan Scott
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $110,000,000
- Revenue
- $215,294,342
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- Mutual Film Company
- Centropolis Entertainment
- Global Medien KG
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Patriot about?
After proving himself on the field of battle in the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin wants nothing more to do with such things, preferring the simple life of a farmer. But when his son Gabrie...
Who directed The Patriot?
The Patriot was directed by Roland Emmerich.
How long is The Patriot?
The Patriot has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes (165 minutes total).
When was The Patriot released?
The Patriot was released on June 28, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Patriot?
The main cast of The Patriot includes Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper.
Is The Patriot worth watching?
The Patriot has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 4,176 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.