Knights of the Round Table

Name: Knights of the Round Table
Director: Richard Thorpe
Genre: Romance, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Drama
Released: 1953-01-01
Duration: 115 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Robert Taylor, Ava Gardner, Mel Ferrer, Anne Crawford, Stanley Baker

1953Dir. Richard Thorpe1h 55m

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Runtime1h 55m

Released1953

DirectorRichard Thorpe

About This Movie

Knights of the Round Table is a curious blend of action and drama, leaning heavily into the lush visual style of the early 50s. Richard Thorpe crafts a vivid Camelot, with grand sets and practical effects that give it an almost theatrical feel. The pacing can be a touch uneven—some scenes drag while others burst with excitement, typical of that era. The performances, especially by Robert Taylor as Lancelot, are earnest and carry a weight that pulls you into the moral conflicts of love and duty. The film grapples with themes of honor and sacrifice, which are staples of Arthurian legend. It feels like a time capsule of its age, capturing both the ambition of Hollywood epics and the charm of classic storytelling.

Original release date: 1953Color process: TechnicolorRuntime: 106 minutesNotable cast includes Ava Gardner and Mel Ferrer