Cromwell (1970): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Cromwell
Genre: Drama, History, War
Released: 1970
Duration: 140 min
Cast: Richard Harris, Alec Guinness, Robert Morley, Dorothy Tutin, Frank Finlay

What Cromwell Is About

Fed up with the rule of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell is preparing to take his family to the New World when he finds himself in the middle of a civil war, becoming first the voice of parliament, then the commander of the army, and finally the single power in the country. Richard Harris and Alec Guinness face each other, and the film won the costume design Oscar in 1971. It is loose with history: events are compressed and Cromwell's role in the battles is enlarged. Its biggest omission is Ireland, where the campaign he led is remembered as something else entirely.

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What is Cromwell about?

Fed up with the rule of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell is preparing to take his family to the New World when he finds himself in the middle of a civil war, becoming first the voice of parliament, then the commander of the army, and finally the single power in the country. Richard Harris and Alec Guinness face each other, and the film won the costume design Oscar in 1971.

Where can I watch Cromwell?

Cromwell is available to watch on digital platforms such as FlixFling, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Cromwell?

Cromwell runs for 140 minutes (2h 20m).

When did Cromwell come out?

Cromwell was released in 1970.

Who directed Cromwell?

Cromwell was directed by Ken Hughes.

Who stars in Cromwell?

Cromwell stars Richard Harris, Alec Guinness, Robert Morley, Dorothy Tutin.

What is Cromwell's rating?

Cromwell holds 7.0/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 69 out of 100.