Sharpe's Peril (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2008, Sharpe's Peril is a drama, adventure, war and history film directed by Tom Clegg, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. Our story begins at the end of Sharpe's Challenge. Sharpe and Harper are en route to Madras when they encounter a baggage train from the East India Company traveling through hostile territory. Chitu, a legendary bandit leader in control of the area, strikes fear in the members of the party. When an attack occurs Sharpe takes control of the situation, leading the group 300 miles through enemy territory and training the disorganized, rag-tag group to be proper soldiers. Despite all these responsibilities, Sharpe still manages to find time for a little romance...
Who’s in it. Sharpe's Peril stars Sean Bean as Richard Sharpe, Daragh O'Malley as Harper, Michael Cochrane as Simmerson and Velibor Topic as Dragomirov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Sharpe's Peril 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's Peril page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sharpe's Peril tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sharpe's Peril (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sharpe's Peril change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sharpe's Peril worth watching?
- Sharpe's Peril holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sharpe's Peril?
- Sharpe's Peril stars Sean Bean, Daragh O'Malley, Michael Cochrane, Velibor Topic and Beatrice Rosen.
- When was Sharpe's Peril released?
- Sharpe's Peril was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.