The Duellists
1977, English. Directed by Ridley Scott.
Fencing is a science. Loving is a passion. Duelling is an obsession.
In 1800, as Napoleon Bonaparte rises to power in France, a rivalry erupts between Armand and Gabriel, two lieutenants in the French Army, over a perceived insult. For over a decade, they engage in a series of duels amidst larger conflicts, including the failed French invasion of Russia in 1812, and shifts in the political and social systems of Europe.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Ridley ScottDirector
- Keith CarradineArmand d'Hubert
- Harvey KeitelGabriel Feraud
- Albert FinneyJoseph Fouché
- Edward FoxColonel Perteley
- Cristina RainesAdèle
- Robert StephensBrigadier-General Treillard
- Tom ContiDr. Jacquin
- John McEneryAmiable Second
- Diana QuickLaura
- Alun ArmstrongLieutenant Lacourbe
- Maurice ColbourneTall Second
- Gay HamiltonMaid
Details
- Released
- 31 August 1977
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Gerald Vaughan-Hughes
- Budget
- $900K
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What The Duellists is based on
The Duellists is based on The Duel, a 1908 short story by Joseph Conrad.
Short story · 1908
The Duel
By Joseph Conrad
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The Duellists: quick answers
Is The Duellists worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 664 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Duellists?
The Duellists runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Duellists have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Duellists. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Duellists parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Duellists is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Duellists on?
The Duellists isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Duellists?
If you liked The Duellists, try Henry V, Flyboys, The Longest Day.
Who directed The Duellists?
The Duellists (1977) was directed by Ridley Scott and stars Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, Albert Finney.
What is The Duellists based on?
The Duellists is based on The Duel, a 1908 short story by Joseph Conrad.