Knightriders 1981
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What is Knightriders?
Knightriders is a 1981 American action drama film written and directed by George A. Romero.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 147 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 10, 1981
- Studios
- Laurel Entertainment, United Film Distribution Company (UFDC)
- Genres
- Action, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Knightriders is a 1981 American action drama film written and directed by George A. Romero. It stars Ed Harris, Gary Lahti, Tom Savini, Amy Ingersoll, Patricia Tallman, and Christine Forrest, and carries an R rating with a runtime of two hours and twenty-seven minutes.
The story follows a medieval reenactment troupe as they struggle to maintain their family-like dynamic amid pressure from local authorities, interest from talent agents, and their so-called king's delusions of grandeur. Released in the United States on April 10, 1981, the film captures a unique dramatic portrait of counterculture performance and community ideals under external pressure.
Should you watch it?
“A medieval reenactment troupe struggles to maintain its family-like dynamic amid growing external pressures.”
- Features a dedicated medieval reenactment troupe dealing with unique interpersonal struggles.
- Directed and written by George A. Romero with an ensemble cast including Ed Harris and Tom Savini.
- Explores the tension between maintaining an idealistic community and facing pressure from local authorities and talent agents.
- The runtime is two hours and twenty-seven minutes, which may feel long for viewers seeking a fast-paced action movie.
Watch it if you are interested in a 1981 action drama about a traveling medieval troupe directed by George A. Romero.
The film runs for two hours and twenty-seven minutes as an action and drama with a US release date of April 10, 1981.
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Streaming availability can be checked on platforms like The Movie Database where current streaming options are listed.
Whether it is worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of George A. Romero's work and ensemble dramas featuring Ed Harris and Tom Savini.
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The film has a runtime of two hours and twenty-seven minutes.
Essential episodes?
Knightriders is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.
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