Ivanhoe (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1997, Ivanhoe is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Stuart Orme, running about 270 minutes.
What it’s about. This grand six-part adaptation of Sir Walter Scott's rousing adventure of the Middle Ages tells the epic tale of the idealistic young knight Ivanhoe (Steven Waddington) and his battle against the evil Templar Bois-Guilbert (Ciarán Hinds. Caught between the rivalries and religious struggles are Ivanhoe's betrothed Rowena (Victoria Smurfit) and the brave, beautiful Jewess healer Rebecca (Susan Lynch), who wins Ivanhoe's heart with her courage. Set against the historical backdrop of a Britain straining under the corrupt rule of Prince John while Richard the Lionhearted fights in the Crusades.
Who’s in it. Ivanhoe stars Steven Waddington as Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe, Ciarán Hinds as Brian de Bois-Guilbert, Victoria Smurfit as Lady Rowena and Susan Lynch as Rebecca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ivanhoe tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ivanhoe (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ivanhoe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ivanhoe worth watching?
- Ivanhoe holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ivanhoe?
- Ivanhoe stars Steven Waddington, Ciarán Hinds, Victoria Smurfit, Susan Lynch and Jimmy Chisholm.
- When was Ivanhoe released?
- Ivanhoe was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 270 minutes.