The Bruce
“Courage never dies...”
Synopsis
Robert the Bruce unites the Scots in a rebellion against the hated English, led by Edward I. He is supported by various loyal followers, notably the bishop who agrees to recognize his claim and crown him as King of the Scots.
Top Cast
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Brian Blessed
Edward I
Sandy Welch
Robert The Bruce
Oliver Reed
Bishop Wisharton
Conor Chamberlain
Elizabeth Bruce
Dee Hepburn
Mary Bruce
Michael Van Wijk
Henry De Bohun
Hildegard Neil
Queen Eleanor
Pavel Douglas
Comyn the Red
Richard Brimblecombe
Prince Edward
Ross Dunsmore
Nigel Bruce
Barrie Ingham
Gloucester
Jake D'Arcy
Chief MacKenzie
Jock Ferguson
Angus Og
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 18, 1996
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$500
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David McWhinnie, Bob Carruthers
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Carruthers, Steve Gillham, Jeremy Freeston, Michael Leighton, Gary Russell
- Original Title
- The Bruce
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Gaelic, German
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Budget
- $500
- Production Studios
- Cromwell Productions Ltd., Lamancha Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David McWhinnie, Bob Carruthers
Bob Carruthers, Steve Gillham, Jeremy Freeston, Michael Leighton, Gary Russell
Department Leadership Roster
David McWhinnie
Director
Bob Carruthers
Director
Bob Carruthers
Writer
Steve Gillham
Writer
Jeremy Freeston
Writer
Michael Leighton
Writer
Gary Russell
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bruce
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Bruce about?
Robert the Bruce unites the Scots in a rebellion against the hated English, led by Edward I. He is supported by various loyal followers, notably the bishop who agrees to recognize his claim and crown him as King of the Scots.
Who directed The Bruce?
The Bruce was directed by David McWhinnie, Bob Carruthers.
Who stars in The Bruce?
The principal cast of The Bruce includes Brian Blessed, Sandy Welch, Oliver Reed, Conor Chamberlain, Dee Hepburn.
When was The Bruce released and how long is it?
The Bruce was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Bruce?
The Bruce holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).