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Stone of Destiny

  • 20082008
  • PGPG
  • 1h 36m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
4.1K
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Stone of Destiny (2008)
The story of Ian Hamilton, a dedicated nationalist who reignited Scottish national pride in the 1950s with his daring raid on the heart of England to bring the Stone of Scone back to Scotland.
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The story of Ian Hamilton, a dedicated nationalist who reignited Scottish national pride in the 1950s with his daring raid on the heart of England to bring the Stone of Scone back to Scotlan... Read allThe story of Ian Hamilton, a dedicated nationalist who reignited Scottish national pride in the 1950s with his daring raid on the heart of England to bring the Stone of Scone back to Scotland.The story of Ian Hamilton, a dedicated nationalist who reignited Scottish national pride in the 1950s with his daring raid on the heart of England to bring the Stone of Scone back to Scotland.
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
4.1K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Charles Martin Smith
  • Writers
    • Ian Hamilton(book "The Taking of The Stone of Destiny")
    • Charles Martin Smith
  • Stars
    • Charlie Cox
    • Kate Mara
    • Stephen McCole
Top credits
  • Director
    • Charles Martin Smith
  • Writers
    • Ian Hamilton(book "The Taking of The Stone of Destiny")
    • Charles Martin Smith
  • Stars
    • Charlie Cox
    • Kate Mara
    • Stephen McCole
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 31User reviews
    • 22Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 6 nominations

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    Stone of Destiny: Trailer
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    Photos10

    Robert Carlyle, Billy Boyd, Kate Mara, and Charlie Cox in Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Charlie Cox at an event for Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Robert Carlyle, Billy Boyd, Kate Mara, and Charlie Cox in Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Robert Carlyle, Billy Boyd, Kate Mara, Stephen McCole, Charlie Cox, and Ciaron Kelly in Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Kate Mara and Charlie Cox in Stone of Destiny (2008)
    Kate Mara and Charlie Cox in Stone of Destiny (2008)

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    Charlie Cox
    Charlie Cox
    • Ian Hamiltonas Ian Hamilton
    Kate Mara
    Kate Mara
    • Kay Mathesonas Kay Matheson
    Stephen McCole
    Stephen McCole
    • Gavin Vernonas Gavin Vernon
    Ciaron Kelly
    Ciaron Kelly
    • Alan Stuartas Alan Stuart
    Billy Boyd
    Billy Boyd
    • Bill Craigas Bill Craig
    Robert Carlyle
    Robert Carlyle
    • John MacCormickas John MacCormick
    Peter Mullan
    Peter Mullan
    • Harris Hamiltonas Harris Hamilton
    Brenda Fricker
    Brenda Fricker
    • Mrs. McQuarryas Mrs. McQuarry
    Juliet Cadzow
    • Ian's Motheras Ian's Mother
    Alex Donald
    • London Policemanas London Policeman
    John Comerford
    • Pub Landlordas Pub Landlord
    Richard Addison
    • Tour Guideas Tour Guide
    Danielle Stewart
    • Brochure Girlas Brochure Girl
    Suzanne Dance
    • Church Womanas Church Woman
    Pauline King
    • Jenas Jen
    Bryan Lowe
    • Student in Pubas Student in Pub
    Margaret Newlands
    • B&B Owneras B&B Owner
    Ron Donachie
    Ron Donachie
    • Night Watchmanas Night Watchman
    • Director
      • Charles Martin Smith
    • Writers
      • Ian Hamilton(book "The Taking of The Stone of Destiny")
      • Charles Martin Smith
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Ian Hamilton: sour-faced English businessman who passes Ian Hamilton and Gavin Vernon as they get out of the car shortly before their first attempt to remove the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey (36 minutes).
    • Goofs
      The group is shown being arrested by the police at the end of the film, however in reality they were not arrested until some time later. The curator of Arbroath Abbey allowed the group sufficient time to make their escape before calling the police.
    • Quotes

      Ian Hamilton: On that day I heard the voice of Scotland speak as loudly as it did in 1320. As long as a hundred of us remain alive, we shall never give in to the domination of the English. We fight not for glory, not for wealth, nor honors, but only and alone for freedom, which no good man surrenders but with his life.

    • Soundtracks
      Tae the Battle
      Written by Tony Walker & Paul McKenzie

      Performed by The Real McKenzies

      Published by Tony Walker & Paul McKenzie

      Courtesy of Sudden Death Records

    User reviews31

    Review
    Top review
    Emotional and moving
    This film is about a group of students who are passionate about their native Scotland, plotting the ultimate heist to awaken nationalism of their homeland.

    I am pleasantly surprised by "Stone of Destiny". The plot is great, it engages me throughout. The pacing is great, and there is tasteful comedy to balance the thrill. The characters, especially the leader Ian Hamilton, are well sculpted that viewers identify with him easily. I can feel his passion and his burning desire to do something for Scotland, and I am moved by that. The ending is satisfying and emotional, I am still touched by the profound emotions conveyed by the film.
    helpful•19
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    • Gordon-11
    • Oct 10, 2009

    Details

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    • Release date
      • December 19, 2008 (United Kingdom)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Камень судьбы
    • Filming locations
      • Glasgow University, Glasgow, Strathclyde, Scotland, UK
    • Production companies
      • Infinity Features Entertainment
      • The Mob Film Company
      • Alliance
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • €6,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $347,045
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 36 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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