---
title: "The Four Feathers"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-four-feathers-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 9093
imdb_id: "tt0240510"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 132
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 602
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Four Feathers (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-four-feathers-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film The Four Feathers is a story about a young British officer. The officer learns of his regiment's plan to ship out to the Sudan for the conflict with the Mahdi, which leads to a significant decision. He resigns his post, a choice that is viewed unfavorably by his friends and fiancée. As a result, they send him four white feathers, which symbolize what they perceive as his cowardice. In response, the officer sets out to redeem his honor. He disguises himself as an Arab and works to secretly save the lives of his friends, thereby attempting to restore his reputation and prove his bravery. The film follows the officer's journey as he navigates this challenging situation and seeks to regain the respect of those he cares about. The story is one of redemption and honor, as the officer strives to make things right.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A disgraced British officer risks everything in the Sudan to secretly save his friends."

### Why Watch
- compelling story of redemption and honor
- high-stakes military conflict setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- features themes of cowardice and social judgment
- deals with intense warfare
- Tone & Suitability: Contains action, adventure, drama, romance, and war elements suitable for a PG-13 audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, adventure, drama, romance, war

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Shekhar Kapur
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures, Miramax, Jaffilms Inc.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Heath Ledger** as *Harry Faversham*
- **Wes Bentley** as *Jack Durrance*
- **Kate Hudson** as *Ethne Eustace*
- **Djimon Hounsou** as *Abou Fatma*
- **Alex Jennings** as *Colonel Hamilton*
- **Michael Sheen** as *William Trench*
- **Lucy Gordon** as *Isabelle*
- **James Cosmo** as *Col. Sutch*
- **Angela Douglas** as *Aunt Mary*
- **Daniel Caltagirone** as *Gustave*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release date of the film?
The film was released in the US on 09/20/2002.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

### Q: What genres are associated with the film?
It spans action, adventure, drama, romance, and war.

### Q: Why does the main character receive white feathers?
His friends and fiancée send them as symbols of what they view as his cowardice after he resigns his post.

### Q: How does the main character attempt to redeem his honor?
He disguises himself as an Arab and secretly saves their lives during the conflict with the Mahdi in the Sudan.

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