The Duellists (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1977, The Duellists is a drama and war film directed by Ridley Scott, running about 100 minutes. “Fencing is a science. Loving is a passion. Duelling is an obsession.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1800, as Napoleon Bonaparte rises to power in France, a rivalry erupts between Armand and Gabriel, two lieutenants in the French Army, over a perceived insult. For over a decade, they engage in a series of duels amidst larger conflicts, including the failed French invasion of Russia in 1812, and shifts in the political and social systems of Europe.
Who’s in it. The Duellists stars Keith Carradine as D'Hubert, Harvey Keitel as Feraud, Albert Finney as Fouche and Edward Fox as Colonel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Duellists has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Duellists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Duellists tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Duellists (1977)?
- In US, The Duellists is available to stream on YouTube TV, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Duellists worth watching?
- The Duellists holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Duellists?
- The Duellists stars Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, Albert Finney, Edward Fox and Cristina Raines.
- When was The Duellists released?
- The Duellists was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.