A Knight's Tale

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79%

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Peasant-born William Thatcher (Heath Ledger) begins a quest to change his stars, win the heart of an exceedingly fair maiden (Shanynn Sossamon) and rock his medieval world. With the help of friends (Mark Addy, Paul Bettany, Alan Tudyk), he faces the ultimate test of medieval gallantry -- tournament jousting -- and tries to discover if he has the mettle to become a legend.

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Critics Consensus

Once you get past the anachronism, A Knight's Tale becomes a predictable, if spirited, Rocky on horseback.

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David Ansen

Newsweek

There are worse crimes than crowd pleasing, but at least do it with some finesse.

Mar 6, 2018

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Slightly edgy medieval tale with rock music.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 21, 2010

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Geoff Andrew

Time Out

Whipping along at speed, with elaborate camera movements and rousing speeches, this knows how to engage a crowd. It's corny, of course, but a guilty pleasure: romantic, diverting, with mildly amusing modern gags.

Jun 24, 2006

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Andrew Collins

Radio Times

It's tremendous, infectious fun, with a rocking soundtrack, and everyone concerned enters into the spirit of it

Rated: 4/5

Feb 9, 2024

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Graeme Tuckett

Stuff.co.nz

If all you want to do tonight is watch something funny, exciting and deeply likeable, A Knight's Tale is a vintage gem.

Nov 11, 2022

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Toussaint Egan

Polygon

An oddball comedy filled with surprising needle-drops.

Oct 22, 2021

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Connor G My favourite film of all time Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/13/24 Full Review nicokush 4 A bit corny but really enjoyable to watch!! Good medieval movie. Worth viewing. Rated 3/5 Stars • Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/23/24 Full Review Neo K An amazing movies with a great story. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/11/24 Full Review Anthony H This is an excellent film. The modern take on an old story with a setting in the past but script and music of this century is an excellent mix. The acting is great, Paul Bettany is especially stand out for his portrayal of Chaucer. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/07/24 Full Review alan g Watch the first half then turn it off. Young actors with amazing chemistry. Second half unbelievable. No knight would ever joust without armor. It would be suicidal at best. Rated 2.5/5 Stars • Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 05/06/24 Full Review Bryan E I can't put my finger on why, but this is a movie I can watch over and over. The cast has amazing chemistry. The movie knows what it is: a light-hearted movie that never takes itself too seriously yet still delivers the kind of growth and message you would expect in something deeper. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/29/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Brian Helgeland Director Heath Ledger William Mark Addy Roland Rufus Sewell Count Adhemar Paul Bettany Chaucer Shannyn Sossamon Lady Jocelyn

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