Arthur the King (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1985, Arthur the King is a fantasy, adventure and tv movie film directed by Clive Donner, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Classic tale of King Arthur and how his wife is kidnapped by his evil sister. Lancelot is sent out to try and retrieve the lost queen and unfortunately falls in love with her. Forbidden love, revenge, family rivalry, and magic are all prominent themes.
Who’s in it. Arthur the King stars Malcolm McDowell as King Arthur, Candice Bergen as Morgan Le Fay, Edward Woodward as Merlin and Dyan Cannon as Katherine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Arthur the King has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Arthur the King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Arthur the King tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Arthur the King (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Arthur the King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Arthur the King worth watching?
- Arthur the King holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Arthur the King?
- Arthur the King stars Malcolm McDowell, Candice Bergen, Edward Woodward, Dyan Cannon and Joseph Blatchley.
- When was Arthur the King released?
- Arthur the King was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.