Sharpe's Rifles
1993, English. Directed by Tom Clegg.
Portugal, 1809. Fast moving, hard-hitting action adventure filmed on location in the Crimea, Portugal and England brings to the screen all the danger, romance and sheer spectacle of one of the bloodiest periods in English warfare. Richard Sharpe rises through the ranks of Wellington’s army by his courageous and daring exploits. He and his men operate behind French lines, risking their lives to undermine Napoleon's forces.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Tom CleggDirector
- Sean BeanLieutenant Richard Sharpe
- Brian CoxMajor Michael Hogan
- Daragh O'MalleySergeant Patrick Harper
- Assumpta SernaComandante Teresa Moreno
- David TroughtonGeneral Sir Arthur Wellesley
- Simón AndreuMajor Blas Vivar
- Michael MearsRifleman Francis Cooper
- John TamsRifleman Daniel Hagman
- Jason SalkeyRifleman Harris
- Paul TrussellRifleman Isaiah Tongue
- Lyndon DaviesRifleman Ben Perkins
- Julian FellowesMajor Warren Dunnett
Details
- Released
- 5 May 1993
- Country
- United Kingdom, Ukraine, Portugal
- Written by
- Eoghan Harris
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What Sharpe's Rifles is based on
Sharpe's Rifles is based on Sharpe's Rifles (1988) by Bernard Cornwell, published by William Collins, Sons.
1988
Sharpe's Rifles
By Bernard Cornwell
Published by William Collins, Sons
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Sharpe's Rifles: quick answers
What comes after Sharpe's Rifles?
Next in the series: Sharpe's Eagle (1993), Sharpe's Company (1994), and Sharpe's Enemy (1994).
Is Sharpe's Rifles worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sharpe's Rifles?
Sharpe's Rifles runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Sharpe's Rifles have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sharpe's Rifles. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sharpe's Rifles parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Sharpe's Rifles on?
Sharpe's Rifles isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 5 May 1993. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sharpe's Rifles?
If you liked Sharpe's Rifles, try Sharpe's Challenge, Hornblower: The Frogs and the Lobsters, Hornblower: The Examination for Lieutenant.
Who directed Sharpe's Rifles?
Sharpe's Rifles (1993) was directed by Tom Clegg and stars Sean Bean, Brian Cox, Daragh O'Malley.
What is Sharpe's Rifles based on?
Sharpe's Rifles is based on Sharpe's Rifles (1988) by Bernard Cornwell, published by William Collins, Sons.