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The Patriot

  • 20002000
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  • 2h 45m
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Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a sadistic British officer murders his son.Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a sadistic British officer murders his son.Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a sadistic British officer murders his son.

IMDb RATING
7.2/10
271K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,337
163
  • Director
    • Roland Emmerich
  • Writer
    • Robert Rodat
  • Stars
    • Mel Gibson
    • Heath Ledger
    • Joely Richardson
Top credits
  • Director
    • Roland Emmerich
  • Writer
    • Robert Rodat
  • Stars
    • Mel Gibson
    • Heath Ledger
    • Joely Richardson
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1.2KUser reviews
    • 172Critic reviews
    • 63Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 3 Oscars
      • 9 wins & 20 nominations total

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    Mel Gibson in The Patriot (2000)
    Bryan Chafin in The Patriot (2000)
    Logan Lerman in The Patriot (2000)
    Trevor Morgan in The Patriot (2000)
    Heath Ledger in The Patriot (2000)
    Lisa Brenner in The Patriot (2000)
    Tom Wilkinson in The Patriot (2000)
    The Patriot (2000)
    Mel Gibson and Chris Cooper in The Patriot (2000)
    Tchéky Karyo in The Patriot (2000)
    Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger in The Patriot (2000)
    Mika Boorem in The Patriot (2000)

    Top cast

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    Mel Gibson
    Mel Gibson
    • Benjamin Martinas Benjamin Martin
    Heath Ledger
    Heath Ledger
    • Gabriel Martinas Gabriel Martin
    Joely Richardson
    Joely Richardson
    • Charlotte Seltonas Charlotte Selton
    Jason Isaacs
    Jason Isaacs
    • Col. William Tavingtonas Col. William Tavington
    Chris Cooper
    Chris Cooper
    • Col. Harry Burwellas Col. Harry Burwell
    Tchéky Karyo
    Tchéky Karyo
    • Jean Villeneuveas Jean Villeneuve
    Rene Auberjonois
    Rene Auberjonois
    • Reverend Oliveras Reverend Oliver
    Lisa Brenner
    Lisa Brenner
    • Anne Howardas Anne Howard
    Tom Wilkinson
    Tom Wilkinson
    • Gen. Lord Charles Cornwallisas Gen. Lord Charles Cornwallis
    Donal Logue
    Donal Logue
    • Dan Scottas Dan Scott
    Leon Rippy
    Leon Rippy
    • John Billingsas John Billings
    Adam Baldwin
    Adam Baldwin
    • Capt. Wilkinsas Capt. Wilkins
    Jay Arlen Jones
    Jay Arlen Jones
    • Occamas Occam
    Joey D. Vieira
    Joey D. Vieira
    • Peter Howardas Peter Howard
    Gregory Smith
    Gregory Smith
    • Thomas Martinas Thomas Martin
    Mika Boorem
    Mika Boorem
    • Margaret Martinas Margaret Martin
    Skye McCole Bartusiak
    Skye McCole Bartusiak
    • Susan Martinas Susan Martin
    Trevor Morgan
    Trevor Morgan
    • Nathan Martinas Nathan Martin
    • Director
      • Roland Emmerich
    • Writer
      • Robert Rodat
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    Storyline

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    It is 1776 in colonial South Carolina. Benjamin Martin, a French-Indian war hero who is haunted by his past, now wants nothing more than to live peacefully on his small plantation, and wants no part of a war with the most powerful nation in the world, Great Britain. Meanwhile, his two eldest sons, Gabriel and Thomas, can't wait to enlist in the newly formed "Continental Army." When South Carolina decides to join the rebellion against England, Gabriel immediately signs up to fight...without his father's permission. But when Colonel William Tavington, British dragoon, infamous for his brutal tactics, comes and burns the Martin Plantation to the ground, tragedy strikes. Benjamin quickly finds himself torn between protecting his family, and seeking revenge along with being a part of the birth of a new, young, and ambitious nation. —Caleb Conser
    • american revolution
    • 18th century
    • british empire
    • british army
    • british redcoat
    • 186 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • What would you do if they destroyed your home, threatened your family. Where would you draw the line?
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Drama
      • History
      • War
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for strong war violence
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      When teaching Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger how to shoot a muzzle-loading rifle, technical advisor Mark Baker gave them the advice to "aim small, miss small", meaning that if you aim at a man and miss, you miss the man, while if you aim at a button (for instance) and miss, you still hit the man. Gibson liked this bit advice so much, he incorporated it into the movie, just prior to the ambush scene.
    • Goofs
      When Charlotte and the kids are hiding from the red coats in the root cellar, they creep past a basket full of bread wrapped in cellophane. Cellophane wasn't invented until 1906.
    • Quotes

      Colonel William Tavington: Kill me before the war is over, will you? It appears that you are not the better man.

      Benjamin Martin: You're right. My sons were better men.

    • Alternate versions
      In the extended edition, Benjamin Martin's youngest children get their first taste of the horrors of war prior to the death of Thomas. This comes just before the evening when Gabriel stumbles home after being wounded in a nearby battle. Something (the viewer is unaware) catches the attention of the Martin children and they stride over to a nearby creek/river to investigate. What they discover are the bodies of several soldiers floating downstream. Martin then comes over and ushers the children back into the house.
    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: Me, Myself and Irene/The Patriot/Chicken Run/The Discreet Charge of the Bourgeoisie (2000)
    • Soundtracks
      Boney
      Traditional

      Performed by Marquetta L. Goodwine and the Gullah Cunneckshun

    User reviews1.2K

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    8/10
    An epic and moving film with big name cast , emotion , violence , and impressive battles
    Spectacular and breathtaking film about the American Independence War dealing with an enjoyable family and the tragic events happening along the way . Benjamin Martin : Mel Gibson is a conscientious objector due to previous wars he suffered and he is nowadays a widower of seven children : Heath Ledger , Logan Lerman , Gregory Smith, Mika Boorem, Sky Bartusiak , Trevor Morgan ... He is a former guerrilla soldier who just wants to raise his family in peace . Unfortunately , local Redcoats as Col. Tavington : Jason Isaacs , underlings : Adam Baldwin , and commander-in-chief : Tom Wilkinson have other ideas . When Martin's idealistic soldier son Gabriel : Aussie Ledger is captured , daddy gets caught in action . What would you do if they destroyed your home , threatened your family . Where would you draw the line ? Before they were soldiers , they were family . Before they were legends , they were heroes . Before there was a nation , there was a fight for freedom . Some things are worth fighting for .

    Revolutionary War vengeance pic with thrills , noisy action , overwhelming fights and well-played . The main character and central axis of the movie results to be Benjamin Martin/Mel Gibson, magnificently performed , as a bloodied veteran of the French and Indian Wars , and a few years later a pacifist , but his pacifism owes as much to pragmatism as conviction to defend and care his several children . A violently idealist movie dealing with historical events about the Independence War , battles between Colonians and British army . Alongside the great Mel Gibson appears the early deceased Heath Ledger and a large cast of secondaries giving sensational performances , such as : Chris Cooper , Tom Wilkinson, Joely Richardson , Tcheky Karyo , Donald Logue , Adam Baldwin, Leon Rippy , Rene Auberjonois and special mention for Jason Issacs providing a really baddie role as sadistic colonel.

    Adding a rousing and attractive musical score from maestro John Williams, Steven Spielberg's regular. As well as colorful and brilliant cinematography from Caleb Deschanel. This overlong , bloody and melodramatic motion picture was compellingly produced -along with Dean Devlin- and directed by Roland Emmerich (The Day after tomorrow , Godzilla , Independence Day , Stargate , Universal Soldier , Moon 44 , Ghost Chase, Joey) . Rating : 7.5/10. Better than average . The flick will appeal to Mel Gibson fans . Worthwhile watching .
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 28, 2000 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Germany
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Sony Pictures (United States)
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • El patriota
    • Filming locations
      • Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA
    • Production companies
      • Columbia Pictures
      • Centropolis Entertainment
      • Mutual Film Company
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $110,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $113,330,342
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $22,413,710
      • Jul 2, 2000
    • Gross worldwide
      • $215,294,342
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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