If you are a fan of knight films, they are not just entertainment but fascinating journeys into worlds of courage, honor, and chivalry. They took us to times when bravery was the greatest of virtues, when armored knights went on dangerous adventures, defended kingdoms, and upheld the noble principles of being a knight. Knights come to life on screen, fighting dragons, saving people in trouble, and going on daring quests that capture our imaginations. Based on real history or tinted by fantasy, these films capture the quality of courage and the heat of adventure. They allow us to enter a world where loyalty and duty shape destinies, and the fight for justice is often as personal as heroic. Everyone must see the top seven best knights movies from different eras.
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- Kingdom of Heaven
- Robin Hood
- Last Knights
- Bravehood
- The King
- King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
- Green Knights
- The Seventh Seal
- Robin Hood (2018)
- Assassin’s Creed
- Ironclad
- In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale
Kingdom of Heaven
IMDb: 7.3/10
2005, Action, Adventure, Drama, History, War
United Kingdom, Germany, United States, R
Director: Ridley Scott
Top cast: Orlando Bloom, Eva Green, Liam Neeson
Kingdom of Heaven is another adventure movie managed by Ridley Scott. This is a story of a 12th-century Crusade. The story expresses the establishment of Balian of Ibelin. Orlando Bloom plays him, and he is a blacksmith involved in the Holy Land's political and religious conflicts. The film is also an incredible journey from France to Jerusalem. Balian goes from a simple artisan to a noble knight as he protects the city from Sultan Saladin and his mighty forces, played by Ghassan Massoud. Ridley Scott's meticulous attention to detail shines through on the film's epic scale with the carefully rendered medieval cities, the large-scale battle sequences, and the stunning Siege of Jerusalem, perhaps the greatest-ever portrayal of a medieval battle put onto film. Even if it takes a few liberties with history, this movie is thought-provoking and visually stunning about faith, honor, and clashing cultures. If you're a fan of historical drama, and what's more, any grand tale battle scenes, Kingdom of Heaven will undoubtedly please you.
Robin Hood
IMDb: 6.6/10
2010, Animation, Action, Adventure USA, PG-13
Director: Ridley Scott
Top cast: Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett, Matthew Macfadyen
Ridley Scott's Robin Hood is all too human and realistic in its relationship to the story of the legendary outlaw. Starring Russell Crowe as Robin Hood and Cate Blanchett as Lady Marian, it defines the origins of this particular hero. Crowe gives a rugged, real performance. This Marian, played by Blanchett, is strong and sympathetic. The visuals are stunning: the lush English countryside and grittily medieval settings. The action scenes are heavy with battle and impressively choreographed. Robin Hood is a must-see if you are into historical dramas and realistic portrayals of legendary stories.
Last Knights
IMDb: 6.2/10
2015, Animation, Action, Adventure United Kingdom, South Korea, Czech Republic, PG
Director: Kazuaki Kiriya
Top cast: Clive Owen, Morgan Freeman, Aksel Hennie
'Last Knights,' directed by Kazuaki Kiriya and debuted in 2015, is an action-adventure film where Raiden sets out to avenge his master Bartok. The film tells the story of Raiden (Clive Owen), a stalwart (he's a knight) who is loyal to a fault to his master, Lord Bartok (Morgan Freeman). After the master is framed and executed by a corrupt and power-hungry overlord (Aksel Hennie), Raiden will stop at nothing to catch the evil geez and pay him back. Not based on a specific historical event, Last Knights draws heavy inspiration from the legendary story of 47 Ronin, a celebrated Japanese tale of the loyalty and revenge of samurai. With a strong cast, an emotionally charged story, and a unique fusion of cultural influences, 'Last Knights' is a must-see. It's great for a movie night out with friends or family.
Braveheart
IMDb: 8.3/10
1995, Biography, Drama, War USA, R
Director: Mel Gibson
Top cast: Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau, Patrick McGoohan
The next movie is a historical drama produced by and starring Mel Gibson — ‘Braveheart,’ based on events from the 13th century. Gibson plays a brave warrior from Scotland who rallies forces to clash with England. All this was allowed by the inspiring surroundings of beautiful Scottish landscapes and inspiring music by James Horner. The fight scenes are heavy and real, coming straight to the point. That's where one feels the hard evidence of medieval warfare. Even though it isn't a historically accurate account throughout, it makes for a great story of courage, love, and sacrifice.
The King
IMDb: 7.3/10
2019, Biography, Drama, History, Romance, War
United Kingdom, Hungary, USA, Australia, R
Director: David Michôd
Top cast: Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, Robert Pattinson
“The King” is a historical drama by David Michôd. The movie details how young prince Hal, played by Timothée Chalamet, became King Henry V of England during the early 1400s. Even though the film takes lots of creative license around historical events, visibly, it does an excellent job of handling themes revolving around the power, responsibility, and personalities of leadership. The story develops quickly and deeply in character development and political intrigue. ‘The King’ is highly recommended to anyone who likes a good historical drama or a Shakespearean story.
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
IMDb: 6.7/10
2017, Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
USA, United Kingdom, Australia, PG
Director: Guy Ritchie
Top cast: Charlie Hunnam, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Jude Law
This is an action film by Guy Ritchie about Arthur, who goes from a street dweller to a king. “King Arthur: Legend of the Sword” stars Charlie Hunnam as Arthur, a scheming street rat raised amid the back alleys of Londinium with no sense of his royal parentage. Suddenly thrust face to face with the mystical sword Excalibur, he’s pushed into a journey of self-discovery, ascending from outlaw to legendary king fated to bring down the tyrannical Vortigern — played by Jude Law. A friendly villain in Vortigern is a power-hungry king who killed Arthur’s parents to inherit the throne and is an enemy blending political acumen with dark magic. The fresh dialogue and vigorous direction may not fit everyone's taste, but it gives new blood to the old legend in its funny way. If you enjoy action-fantasy movies with a modern twist, this movie is your best bet. It is a Guy Ritchie brainchild, bringing new blood into the legend of Arthur so that he is exciting and accessible for viewing today.
The Green Knights
IMDb: 6.6/10
2021, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
USA, Canada, Ireland, R
Director: David Lowery
Top cast: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander, Joel Edgerton
By David Lowery, The Green Knight is a beautiful film told in the light of a very old legend. It stars Dev Patel as Sir Gawain, a young knight who travels to meet the mysterious Green Knight. The movie stands out with its amazingly vivid visuals and unique storytelling. We would definitely recommend The Green Knight for its visuals and an extremely thoughtful tale. If you are the type of person who loves movies that put the thinking cap on with great imagery, then this movie shall be a treat.
The Seventh Seal
IMDb: 8.2/10
1957, Drama, Fantasy
Sweden, NR (Not Rated)
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Top Cast: Max von Sydow, Gunnar Björnstrand, Bibi Andersson
The Seventh Seal is a historical epic movie showing life, death, and the meaning of existence. The background is Sweden during the 14th century when the Black Plague broke out. The main character, Antonius Block, is a knight who comes back from the Crusades. He is tired, lost, and disoriented regarding God and life. Death arrives one day to claim him. But Block does not wish to die yet. He dares Death to play him at chess. If he wins, he will get additional time to find meaning in his life. As they play, the knight rides with his squire and meets several individuals, including a kindly family of actors. He wants to perform one good act before his time expires.
Robin Hood (2018)
IMDb: 5.3/10
2018, Action, Adventure, Thriller
USA, PG-13
Director: Otto Bathurst
Top Cast: Taron Egerton, Jamie Foxx, Ben Mendelsohn
Robin Hood (2018) is an action movie retelling of the classic Robin Hood tale. The movie is about Robin of Loxley (Taron Egerton), a young nobleman who is sent to battle in the Crusades. After years of battle, he returns to England, where he finds that his estate has been taken and the people are being tyrannized by the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham (Ben Mendelsohn). With the help of Little John (Jamie Foxx), a seasoned fighter he met in the war, Robin decides to take a stand. He becomes a masked vigilante, stealing from the rich and sharing the loot with the poor. With his incredible archery skills, he wages a rebellion against the Sheriff and his powerful allies. Along the way, he reunites with his lost love, Marian (Eve Hewson), and discovers an even larger conspiracy that threatens the entire kingdom.
Assassin’s Creed
IMDb: 5.7/10
2016, Action, Adventure, Fantasy
USA, PG-13
Director: Justin Kurzel
Top Cast: Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons
Assassin’s Creed is a science fiction action movie based on the highest-selling video game series. The movie is about Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender), whose life is abducted by a multinational conglomerate called Abstergo. They force him to go through a machine called the Animus, which allows him to relive the memories of his ancestor, Aguilar de Nerha, a skilled Assassin in 15th-century Spain. As Callum experiences Aguilar’s past, he learns about the Assassin Brotherhood, a secret society at war with the Templars, who aim to control the world. In the present, Abstergo, led by modern-day Templars, is searching for the Apple of Eden, a powerful artifact that can control free will. Callum must decide if he will help the Templars or join the Assassins in their fight for freedom.
Ironclad
IMDb: 6.1/10
2011, Action, Drama, History
United Kingdom, R
Director: Jonathan English
Top Cast: James Purefoy, Brian Cox, Kate Mara
Ironclad is an action film based on actual events that occurred in the 13th century in England, when King John was in power. The story is about a group of rebel soldiers and knights who are fighting to defend Rochester Castle against the King’s army. Having been bullied into signing the Magna Carta, a document that limits his power, King John (Paul Giamatti) attempts to exact vengeance and take back England for himself. He musters an army of Danish mercenaries and starts to attack the rebel lords. A band of undisciplined warriors, gathered by Templar Knight Thomas Marshall (James Purefoy), takes refuge in Rochester Castle. With limited resources and only a handful of soldiers, they are charged with holding the fortress against the King’s superior forces.
In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale
IMDb: 3.8/10
2007, Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Germany, Canada, USA; PG-13
Director: Uwe Boll
Top Cast: Jason Statham, Leelee Sobieski, John Rhys-Davies
In the Name of the King is a fantasy adventure film inspired by the Dungeon Siege video game series. The story is about Farmer, an ordinary man who lives a simple life with his wife, Solana, and son. His peaceful existence is destroyed when a horde of Krugs—fierce, animal-like warriors—attacks his village. While being kidnapped by the Krugs, Solana needs to be rescued by Farmer through a dangerous rescue mission. On his quest, he learns about Gallian (Ray Liotta), an evil sorcerer who commands the Krugs and aspires to seize the kingdom. Farmer recruits his best friend Norick (Ron Perlman) along with the King’s army to defeat the dark arts of Gallian and uncover secrets regarding his own past.
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