The Cave of the Golden Rose

1991 – 1996Show5 seasons10 episodesNR

72
GoodGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, romantic series about fantasy and growing up.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Episodes

5 seasons · 10 episodes · best: S1E1 "The Cave of the Golden Rose" 7.4

Episodes

7.0

Story

The king desires nothing more than a male heir. But his wife gives birth to a girl Fantaghirò. When she refuses to marry years later, she is sent in the forest where she learns how to ride and fight like a man. She appears disguised in a duel with Prince Romualdo, the son of her father's adversary. Both fall in love, but their marriage brings no peace to the united kingdom. Evil forces are trying to seize power.

Feels like

  • Euro-Fantasy Cult Classic
  • Medieval Romance Adventure
  • Strong Female Protagonist
  • Magical Realism
  • Nostalgic 90s TV
  • Light Sword & Sorcery
  • Forbidden Love Story
  • Wholesome Fantasy
  • Iconic Theme Music

Cast

Crew

Directors
Lamberto Bava

Everyone

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Facts

December 22, 1991 · December 25, 1996 · Ended

First aired
December 22, 1991
Last aired
December 25, 1996
Status
Ended
Length
5 seasons · 10 episodes
Age rating
NR
Content
Violence
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure
Original language
Italian
Also spoken
English
Made in
Italy, Spain
Available in
7 countries

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream The Cave of the Golden Rose?"

Questions about The Cave of the Golden Rose

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Cave of the Golden Rose?

It streams in 6 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Cave of the Golden Rose worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72 (IMDb 7.5).

Is The Cave of the Golden Rose okay for kids?

NRViolence

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Cave of the Golden Rose?

17 h

About 17 hours: 10 episodes in 5 seasons of about 100 minutes each, aired from 1991 to 1996.

Can I half-watch The Cave of the Golden Rose?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is The Cave of the Golden Rose good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Cave of the Golden Rose in English?

ItalianEnglish

No, it was made in Italian, with some English.