Sharpe: The Legend (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 6

Sharpe: The Legend poster

Released in 1997, Sharpe: The Legend is an action, adventure, war and tv movie film directed by Paul Wilmshurst, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Several years after the battle of Waterloo, a former soldier from Shoreditch sits in a London inn reminiscing about the brave and determined officer who took him to hell and back. The narrator is Rifleman Cooper, and the officer whose fame he recalls is the legendary Richard Sharpe.

Who’s in it. Sharpe: The Legend stars Sean Bean as Richard Sharpe, Michael Mears as Rifleman Cooper and David Troughton as Lord Wellesley.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sharpe: The Legend has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Sharpe: The Legend tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sharpe: The Legend (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sharpe: The Legend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sharpe: The Legend worth watching?
Sharpe: The Legend holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure, war and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sharpe: The Legend?
Sharpe: The Legend stars Sean Bean, Michael Mears and David Troughton.
When was Sharpe: The Legend released?
Sharpe: The Legend was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.