Lionheart (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1987, Lionheart is a drama and adventure film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, running about 104 minutes. “He has the fire of his sword. And the courage of his youth.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young knight sets out to join King Richards crusaders. Along the way, he encounters The Black Prince who captures children and sells them as slaves to the Muslims. It is Robert Narra's sworn duty to protect the children and lead them to safety.
Who’s in it. Lionheart stars Eric Stoltz as Robert Nerra, Gabriel Byrne as Black Prince, Nicola Cowper as Blanche and Dexter Fletcher as Michael, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Lionheart has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lionheart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lionheart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lionheart (1987)?
- In US, Lionheart is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lionheart worth watching?
- Lionheart holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lionheart?
- Lionheart stars Eric Stoltz, Gabriel Byrne, Nicola Cowper, Dexter Fletcher and Deborah Moore.
- When was Lionheart released?
- Lionheart was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.