Lord of the Dance (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1997, Lord of the Dance is a music and documentary film directed by David Mallet, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Filmed at the Point Theatre in Dublin 'Lord of the Dance' takes Irish dancing to spectacular new heights. Orchestrated and conducted by Anne Dudley, inspiring original music by Ronan Hardiman and exhilarating dance starring the sensational Michael Flatley with supporting characters Bernadette Flynn, Daire Nolan, Gillian Norris, Helen Egan and Anne Buckley - Lord of the Dance is a rare and magical experience. Michael Flatley takes to the stage in a stunning Celtic dance spectacular which re-tells Irish folk legend in a dazzling and updated style. Join us when time stood still and Erin was goddess of all... The stories had all been written and everyone knew their parts. But the ancient clans, sitting in their stone circles, heard mumblings and the spirits dream was troubled. A new dark power had emerged to challenge the Lord of the Dance.
Who’s in it. Lord of the Dance stars Michael Flatley as Lord of the Dance, Bernadette Flynn as Saoirse, the Irish Coleen, Daire Nolan as Don Dorcha, the Dark Lord and Gillian Norris as Morrighan, the Temptress, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Lord of the Dance 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 Lord of the Dance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lord of the Dance tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lord of the Dance (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lord of the Dance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lord of the Dance worth watching?
- Lord of the Dance holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Lord of the Dance?
- Lord of the Dance stars Michael Flatley, Bernadette Flynn, Daire Nolan, Gillian Norris and Helen Egan.
- When was Lord of the Dance released?
- Lord of the Dance was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.