---
title: "Age of the Dragons"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/age-of-the-dragons-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 59883
imdb_id: "tt1594917"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 4.0
vote_count: 112
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Age of the Dragons (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/age-of-the-dragons-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Age of the Dragons is a 2011 fantasy film directed by Ryan Little that adapts Herman Melville's classic novel Moby-Dick into a medieval realm. The story follows Captain Ahab, his adopted daughter Rachel, and new crew members Ishmael and Queequeg as they hunt dragons for the vitriol that powers their world, driven by Ahab's obsession with the White Dragon that slaughtered his family. Culturally, the film serves as a genre-shifted adaptation of literary history, transposing classic nautical themes into a land-based fantasy setting involving CGI monsters.

The tone is driven by Ahab's dark obsession for revenge as the crew ventures deeper into the dragon's lair where secrets are revealed. Pacing unfolds over a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes, moving from the initial dragon hunts to the final confrontation in the dragon's lair.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Captain Ahab leads a dangerous quest to hunt a great White Dragon in a medieval realm."

### Why Watch
- It is a fantasy-themed reimagining of Herman Melville's classic novel Moby-Dick.
- It features a medieval setting where a crew hunts dragons for the vitriol that powers their world.
- It stars Danny Glover as Captain Ahab alongside Vinnie Jones.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film features low-budget CGI dragons and performances that some reviewers describe as wooden.
- Tone & Suitability: The film runs for one hour and thirty-one minutes with a PG-13 rating, blending action, adventure, and fantasy elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #moby-dick-adaptation, #medieval-realm, #dragon-hunting, #revenge-quest, #fantasy-adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | The Roku Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | W4free | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ryan Little

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Corey Sevier** as *Ishmael*
- **Danny Glover** as *Ahab*
- **Vinnie Jones** as *Stubb*
- **Sofia Pernas** as *Rachel*
- **Larry Bagby** as *Flask*
- **Kepa Kruse** as *Queequeg*
- **David Morgan** as *Starbuck*
- **Raphael Cruz** as *Young Ahab*
- **Yanique Bland** as *Ahab's Sister*
- **Wayne Brennan** as *Elijah*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Age of the Dragons?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms that currently offer Age of the Dragons (2011) for viewing.

### Q: Is Age of the Dragons worth watching?
It may appeal to viewers interested in a fantasy-themed, low-budget retelling of Moby-Dick starring Danny Glover and Vinnie Jones.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Age of the Dragons?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes to watch?
Age of the Dragons is a feature-length film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Age of the Dragons — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/59883)
- [Age of the Dragons (2011) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1594917/fullcredits/)
- [Age of the Dragons - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Age_of_the_Dragons)
- [Age of the Dragons (2011) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/59883-age-of-the-dragons/cast)
- [Age of the Dragons - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/age-of-the-dragons/cast/2030061003/)
- [Age of the Dragons (2011) Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/age-of-the-dragons/10055050/credits/)

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