---
title: "Dragonard"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dragonard-1987"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 242780
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 4.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Dragonard (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dragonard-1987

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dragonard is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama, History. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A rebellious Scotsman survives a lethal whip and sparks a slave revolt."

### Why Watch
- Gripping period drama
- Intense portrayal of oppression

### Caveats & Content Note
- Graphic violence may be unsettling
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains graphic violence and mature themes, suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: historical, grim, rebellious

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/dragonard-1987#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gérard Kikoïne

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Oliver Reed** as *Captain Shanks*
- **Eartha Kitt** as *Naomi*
- **Patrick Warburton** as *Richard Abdee*
- **Annabel Schofield** as *Honore Juno*
- **Claudia Udy** as *Arabella*
- **Drummond Marais** as *Pierre Juno*
- **Dennis Folbigge** as *Governor Warburton*
- **Winston Gama** as *Manroot*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What time period does the film take place in?
The story is set in the year 1747.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The narrative follows Richard Abdee, a rebellious Scotsman.

### Q: What genre is the film?
It is classified as a drama and history film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
It centers on Abdee's brutal punishment with the dragonard whip and his involvement in a slave revolt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dragonard — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/242780)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*