Sharpe's Sword
1995, English. Directed by Tom Clegg.
Franco-Spanish Border, 1813. Sean Bean returns as the courageous Major Richard Sharpe, his latest mission to protect the identity of the master spy, El Mirador. Sharpe captures Colonel Leroux who has been sent by Napoleon to assassinate El Mirador but Leroux escapes. In an ensuing battle, Sharpe's sword is destroyed and he is left for dead. He is lovingly nursed back to health by a beautiful young girl who has been rendered mute after witnessing the slaughter of her companions. Armed with a new sword forged by the faithful Sergeant Harper, Sharpe continues his mission to protect the life of El Mirador and seek retribution.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Sharpe: watch order
Cast & crew
- Tom CleggDirector
- Sean BeanMajor Richard Sharpe
- Daragh O'MalleySergeant Patrick Harper
- John TamsRifleman Daniel Hagman
- Jason SalkeyRifleman Harris
- Emily MortimerLass
- Patrick FierryColonel Philippe Leroux
- James PurefoyCaptain the Lord Jack Spears
- Stephen MooreColonel Berkeley
- Hugh RossMajor Mungo Munro
- Michael CochraneColonel Sir Henry Simmerson
- John KavanaghFather Patrick Curtis
- Vernon DobtcheffDon Felipe
Details
- Released
- 26 April 1995
- Country
- United Kingdom, Ukraine, Portugal
- Written by
- Eoghan Harris
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What Sharpe's Sword is based on
Sharpe's Sword is based on Sharpe's Sword (1983) by Bernard Cornwell, published by William Collins, Sons.
1983
Sharpe's Sword
By Bernard Cornwell
Published by William Collins, Sons
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In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
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1993 · 6.8/10
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1994 · 6.7/10
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Sharpe's Enemy
1994 · 6.8/10
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Sharpe's Honour
1994 · 6.6/10
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1995 · 6.5/10
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Sharpe's Battle
1995 · 6.9/10
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Sharpe's Regiment
1996 · 7.0/10
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1996 · 7.2/10
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1996 · 6.9/10
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Sharpe's Revenge
1997 · 7.2/10
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Sharpe's Justice
1997 · 7.1/10
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1997 · 7.3/10
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Sharpe's Sword: quick answers
What should I watch before Sharpe's Sword?
Watch Sharpe's Enemy (1994), Sharpe's Honour (1994), Sharpe's Gold (1995), and Sharpe's Battle (1995) first, plus 3 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Sharpe's Sword?
Next in the series: Sharpe's Regiment (1996), Sharpe's Siege (1996), and Sharpe's Mission (1996).
Is Sharpe's Sword worth watching?
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How long is Sharpe's Sword?
Sharpe's Sword runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Sharpe's Sword have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sharpe's Sword. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sharpe's Sword parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Sharpe's Sword on?
Sharpe's Sword isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 April 1995. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sharpe's Sword?
If you liked Sharpe's Sword, try Sharpe's Challenge, Sharpe's Rifles, Hornblower: The Frogs and the Lobsters.
Who directed Sharpe's Sword?
Sharpe's Sword (1995) was directed by Tom Clegg and stars Sean Bean, Daragh O'Malley, John Tams.
What is Sharpe's Sword based on?
Sharpe's Sword is based on Sharpe's Sword (1983) by Bernard Cornwell, published by William Collins, Sons.