Excalibur
1981, English. Directed by John Boorman.
Forged by a god. Foretold by a wizard. Found by a king.
Arthur fulfills his fate by bringing together the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot and unifying the country. However, this flawed monarch faces greater tests ahead in pursuit of love, the Holy Grail, and his nation's survival.
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
7.0/10 from 1,224 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Excalibur
Excalibur isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 April 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Boorman, Rospo Pallenberg
- Budget
- $11M
- Box office
- $35M
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What Excalibur is based on
Excalibur is based on Le Morte d'Arthur, a 1485 translated work by Thomas Malory.
Translated work · 1485
Le Morte d'Arthur
By Thomas Malory
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Excalibur: quick answers
Is Excalibur worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 7.0/10 from 1,224 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Excalibur?
Excalibur runs 141 minutes (2h 21m).
Does Excalibur have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Excalibur. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Excalibur parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Excalibur is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Excalibur on?
Excalibur isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Excalibur?
If you liked Excalibur, try Conan the Barbarian, The Green Knight, Conan the Destroyer.
Who directed Excalibur?
Excalibur (1981) was directed by John Boorman and stars Nigel Terry, Nicol Williamson, Helen Mirren.
What is Excalibur based on?
Excalibur is based on Le Morte d'Arthur, a 1485 translated work by Thomas Malory.