In the early 14th century, Scottish warrior and Earl Robert the Bruce is crowned King of Scots, leading Scotland during the First War of Scottish Independence against England.
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Gary Andrew | ... | Scottish Soldier |
| Brian Blessed | ... | Edward I | |
| Richard Brimblecombe | ... | Edward II | |
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Conor Chamberlain | ... | Elizabeth Bruce |
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Steven Clark | ... | English Soldier |
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Tomm Cody | ... | Soldier |
| Pavel Douglas | ... | John 'Red' Comyn | |
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Ross Dunsmore | ... | Nigel Bruce |
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Vincent Faber | ... | Scottish Soldier |
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Kern Falconer | ... | Black Douglas |
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Heather Flannagan | ... | Majorie Bruce |
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Graeme Ford | ... | Knight to Edward I |
| Dee Hepburn | ... | Mary Bruce | |
| John Hoye | ... | Edward James | |
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Paul Kerr | ... | knight to Edward II |
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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. Written by Peter Reiher
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12 April 1996 (UK) See more »Also Known As:
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$500,000 (estimated)Company Credits
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UK versions were cut by 16 secs by the BBFC to remove all shots of women's bloodstained breasts. See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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Reed, Blessed, Welch and van Wijk all turn in quality performances in this under-rated account of Scotland's greatest warrior (are you watching William Wallace?) but one cast member stands head and shoulders above his colleagues. In the final set, Stuart Poole, clad in garb to make Robin Hood jealous, congratulates the Bruce on his vanquishing of the foe. The dignity, grace and emotion evident in Poole's performance is a joy to behold. It's a shame he isn't credited on imdb...