---
title: "The Princess Bride"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-princess-bride-1987"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 2493
imdb_id: "tt0093779"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 7.7
vote_count: 5170
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Princess Bride (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film is an enchantingly cracked fairy tale. It features a beautiful princess and a dashing man who must overcome odds to find happiness. The story involves six-fingered swordsmen, a murderous prince, and the Sicilians. Additionally, the tale includes rodents of unusual size. The beautiful princess and the dashing man are described as true lovebirds. Their love is strong enough to overcome even death. The story is set in a fantasy world with a range of characters and obstacles. The film's narrative is a classic tale of good vs evil, with the princess and her love interest facing numerous challenges as they strive to be together. The synopsis highlights the fantastical elements and the enduring power of true love in this classic tale.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A beautiful princess and her true love battle impossible odds to reunite in this classic fairy tale."

### Why Watch
- engaging story
- memorable characters

### Caveats & Content Note
- features fantasy violence
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains fantasy violence and peril suitable for a general audience.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: enchanting, adventurous, witty, whimsical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus, Hulu, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC+ | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus, Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Google Play Movies |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus, Stan, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rob Reiner
- **Networks / Studios**: The Princess Bride, Buttercup Films, Act III Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Cary Elwes** as *Westley*
- **Robin Wright** as *The Princess Bride*
- **Mandy Patinkin** as *Inigo Montoya*
- **Chris Sarandon** as *Prince Humperdinck*
- **Christopher Guest** as *Count Rugen*
- **Wallace Shawn** as *Vizzini*
- **André Roussimoff** as *Fezzik*
- **Fred Savage** as *The Grandson*
- **Peter Falk** as *The Grandfather*
- **Peter Cook** as *The Impressive Clergyman*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this a traditional fairy tale?
It is described as an enchantingly cracked fairy tale.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story follows Princess Buttercup and Westley.

### Q: What kind of obstacles do they face?
They encounter six-fingered swordsmen, murderous princes, and rodents of unusual size.

### Q: Is the story about romance?
Yes, the plot centers on the efforts of two true lovebirds to reunite.

### Q: Does the story involve dangerous creatures?
Yes, the characters must contend with rodents of unusual size.

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