The Sword and the Rose
1953, English. Directed by Ken Annakin.
A Forbidden Love That Threatened Two Kingdoms!
Tells the story of Mary Tudor and her troubled path to true love. Henry VIII, for political reasons, determines to wed her to the King of France. She tries to flee to America with her love but is captured when she is "un-hatted" on board ship. In return for her consent to the marriage with France, Henry agrees to let her choose her second husband. When King Louis of France dies, Mary is kidnaped by the Duke of Buckingham. He tries to force her to marry him but she is rescued by her love in an exciting battle on the beach.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Ken AnnakinDirector
- Richard ToddCharles Brandon
- Glynis JohnsPrincess Mary Tudor
- James Robertson JusticeKing Henry VIII
- Michael GoughDuke of Buckingham
- Peter CopleySir Edwin Caskoden
- Rosalie CrutchleyQueen Katherine
- D.A. Clarke-SmithCardinal Wolsey
- Jane BarrettLady Margaret
- Ernest JayLord Chamberlain
- John VereLawyer Clerk
- Philip LennardChaplain
- Bryan ColemanEarl of Surrey
Details
- Released
- 23 July 1953
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lawrence Edward Watkin
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What The Sword and the Rose is based on
The Sword and the Rose is based on When Knighthood Was in Flower (1898) by Charles Major.
1898
When Knighthood Was in Flower
By Charles Major
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The Sword and the Rose: quick answers
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How long is The Sword and the Rose?
The Sword and the Rose runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Sword and the Rose have a post-credits scene?
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The Sword and the Rose parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Sword and the Rose is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Sword and the Rose on?
The Sword and the Rose 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 The Sword and the Rose?
If you liked The Sword and the Rose, try True Spirit, Wake of the Red Witch, The Last of the Mohicans.
Who directed The Sword and the Rose?
The Sword and the Rose (1953) was directed by Ken Annakin and stars Richard Todd, Glynis Johns, James Robertson Justice.
What is The Sword and the Rose based on?
The Sword and the Rose is based on When Knighthood Was in Flower (1898) by Charles Major.