The War Lord
1965, English. Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner.
He Battled Two Empires For The Love Of One Woman.
A knight in the service of a duke goes to a coastal village where an earlier attempt to build a defensive castle has failed. He begins to rebuild the duke's authority in the face of the barbarians at the border and is making progress until he falls in love with one of the local women.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The War Lord
The War Lord 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
- 17 November 1965
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Millard Kaufman, John Collier
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The War Lord: quick answers
Is The War Lord worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 79 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The War Lord?
The War Lord runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does The War Lord have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The War Lord. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The War Lord parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The War Lord is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The War Lord on?
The War Lord isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The War Lord?
If you liked The War Lord, try The Great Escaper, The Last Rifleman, War Horse.
Who directed The War Lord?
The War Lord (1965) was directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and stars Charlton Heston, Richard Boone, Rosemary Forsyth.