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Knightriders

1981·Movie
2h 27min·R
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Metacritic69–Rotten Tomatoes81%61%
IMDb6.3Metacritic69–Rotten Tomatoes81%61%

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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Fast-paced and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Family, everyday modern life, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The Games... The Romance... The Spirit... Camelot is a state of mind.

A medieval reenactment troupe struggles to maintain its family-like dynamic amid pressure from local authorities, interest from talent agents, and their so-called king's delusions of grandeur.
Ren FaireMotorcycle JoustingArthurian LegendFamilyRoad MovieCounter-CultureBrotherhoodHonorIdealism

Crew

Directed by:
George A. Romero, Pasquale Buba, Clayton Hill
Written by:
George A. Romero
Produced by:
Richard P. Rubinstein, Zilla Clinton, David E. Vogel
Composed by:
Donald Rubinstein, Carl Augenstein, John Butler

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Knightriders

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Knightriders legally?

PrimefuboTVPhiloThe RokuKanopyFandorPluto TVShout! Factory TV

Knightriders is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and Fandor in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Pluto TV, and Shout! Factory TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Knightriders worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Knightriders rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Knightriders?

2 h 27 min

Knightriders runs 2 h 27 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Knightriders?

Critics75
Audiences62

Not quite. Critics rate Knightriders higher (75) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Knightriders in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Knightriders?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Knightriders in 40 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Knightriders use?

Dirty CopAction GirlTragic HeroMythical MotifsLady and KnightPolice BrutalityBlack KnightAll Girls Want Bad BoysThe Lady's FavourOne-Word TitleNaked People Trapped OutsideComing-Out Storyand 14 more

TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for Knightriders, including Dirty Cop, Action Girl, Tragic Hero.