King Richard and the Crusaders
1954, English. Directed by David Butler.
Theirs was the mightiest challenge of them all!
Based on Sir Walter Scott's The Talisman, this is the story of the romantic adventures of Christians and Muslims during the battle for the Holy Land in the time of King Richard the Lionheart.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- David ButlerDirector
- Rex HarrisonEmir Hderim Sultan Saladin
- Virginia MayoLady Edith Plantagenet
- George SandersKing Richard I
- Laurence HarveySir Kenneth of the Leopard
- Robert DouglasSir Giles Amaury
- Michael PateConrad, Marquis of Montferrat
- Paula RaymondQueen Berengaria
- Lester MatthewsArchbishop of Tyre / Narrator
- Anthony EustrelBaron De Vaux
- Henry CordenKing Philip of France
- Wilton GraffDuke Leopold of Austria
- Nejla AtesMoorish Dancing Girl
Details
- Released
- 7 August 1954
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Twist
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What King Richard and the Crusaders is based on
King Richard and the Crusaders is based on The Talisman (1825) by Walter Scott, published by Archibald Constable.
1825
The Talisman
By Walter Scott
Published by Archibald Constable
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How long is King Richard and the Crusaders?
King Richard and the Crusaders runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does King Richard and the Crusaders have a post-credits scene?
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King Richard and the Crusaders parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
King Richard and the Crusaders is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is King Richard and the Crusaders on?
King Richard and the Crusaders isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like King Richard and the Crusaders?
If you liked King Richard and the Crusaders, try Rob Roy, King Arthur, The Guns of Navarone.
Who directed King Richard and the Crusaders?
King Richard and the Crusaders (1954) was directed by David Butler and stars Rex Harrison, Virginia Mayo, George Sanders.
What is King Richard and the Crusaders based on?
King Richard and the Crusaders is based on The Talisman (1825) by Walter Scott, published by Archibald Constable.