Rob Roy (1995)

In 1713 Scotland, Rob Roy MacGregor is wronged by a nobleman and his nephew, becomes an outlaw in search of revenge while fleeing the Redcoats, and faces charges of being a Jacobite.

Director:

Michael Caton-Jones

Writer:

Alan Sharp (screenplay)

Stars:

Liam Neeson, Jessica Lange, John Hurt

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 2 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Liam Neeson	...	Rob Roy
Jessica Lange	...	Mary
John Hurt	...	Montrose
Tim Roth	...	Cunningham
Eric Stoltz	...	McDonald
Andrew Keir	...	Argyll
Brian Cox	...	Killearn
Brian McCardie	...	Alasdair
Gilbert Martin	...	Guthrie
Vicki Masson	...	Betty
Gilly Gilchrist	...	Iain
Jason Flemyng	...	Gregor
Ewan Stewart	...	Coll
David Hayman	...	Sibbald
Brian McArthur	...	Ranald

Storyline

In the highlands of Scotland in the 1700s, Rob Roy tries to lead his small town to a better future, by borrowing money from the local nobility to buy cattle to herd to market. When the money is stolen, Rob is forced into a Robin Hood lifestyle to defend his family and honour.

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Plot Keywords:

scotland | highlands | 18th century | flintlock pistol | flintlock rifle | 

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Taglines:

Honor made him a man. Courage made him a hero. History made him a Legend

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Genres:

Adventure | Biography | History

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for violence and sexuality

Details

Official Sites:

MGM

Country:

USA UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

14 April 1995 (USA)

Also Known As:

Роб Рой

Filming Locations:

Caig Falls Bridge, Loch Arkaig, Highland, Scotland, UK

Box Office

Budget:

$28,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$2,023,272, 9 April 1995, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$31,600,000

Company Credits

Production Co:

United Artists, Talisman Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

139 min

Sound Mix:

DTS DTS-Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Non-stop Highland rain presented a problem for cast and crew when filming outdoor shots, as did the resulting swarms of midges.

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Goofs

When Rob Roy jumps off the bridge, his hands are tied together, when he hits the water and jumps back up, they are untied, and when he comes back up again they are tied back together

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Quotes

[first lines]
Title Card: At the dawn of the 1700's, famine, disease and the greed of great Noblemen were changing Scotland forever. With many emigrating to the Americas, the centuries-old Clan system was slowly being extinguished. This story symbolises the attempt of the individual to withstand these processes and, even in defeat, retain respect and honour.

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Connections

Referenced in Pitch (1997)

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Soundtracks

O'Sullivan's March
Written by Michael Tubridy
Performed by The Chieftains
Courtesy of Columbia Records and Claddagh Records
By arrangement with Sony Music Licensing

User Reviews

Entertaining and Underrated Film

Its not Braveheart( thankfully),but it is fine entertainment with engaging characters and good acting all around. I enjoyed this film when it was released and upon viewing it again last week,find it has held up well over time. Not a classic film,but a very fine and watchable movie to enjoy as great entertainment.