Where can I watch The Black Arrow (1988)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Arrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is The Black Arrow worth watching?

The Black Arrow holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in The Black Arrow?

The Black Arrow stars Bob Baines, Clair Crowther, Phillip Hinton, Graham Matters and Lloyd Morris.

When was The Black Arrow released?

The Black Arrow was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 48 minutes.

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The Black Arrow (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 7.5

Released in 1988, The Black Arrow is an adventure, family and animation film, running about 48 minutes. “Robert Louis Stevenson's exciting epic takes place during England's War of the Roses, when all good people of England were forced to take sides.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. One plotting politician, Sir Daniel Brackley, is using the royal unrest to his advantage and unwittingly giving rise to the arrival of a medieval hero, Black Arrow, whose steel cross bow and stout heart are pitted against the kingdom's villains. Black Arrow is saving one final arrow for the assassin who murdered his good friend, Harry Shelton, and left young Richard Shelton fatherless. Join the exciting adventures of Richard Shelton and the mysterious Black Arrow, brought together through turmoil and tragedy to begin the adventure of a lifetime.

Who’s in it. The Black Arrow stars Bob Baines, Clair Crowther, Phillip Hinton and Graham Matters, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Black Arrow has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Arrow page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Black Arrow tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

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Where can I watch The Black Arrow (1988)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Arrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Black Arrow worth watching?: The Black Arrow holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Black Arrow?: The Black Arrow stars Bob Baines, Clair Crowther, Phillip Hinton, Graham Matters and Lloyd Morris.
When was The Black Arrow released?: The Black Arrow was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 48 minutes.