Culloden
Seen it?1964 | 69 min | TV Movie, War, History, Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Aimed squarely at anyone who likes stories from the past brought to life and anyone interested in what war does to ordinary people. Leaves you with something to think about. Sits nicely alongside Gettysburg or War Horse.
- The mood
- Intense.
- The pace
- Lets scenes breathe, at 1 hr 9 min. Short enough for a weeknight.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1964: an older pace and style.
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
Culloden, Scottish Highlands, April 16th, 1746. It was one of the most mishandled and brutal battles ever fought in Great Britain. Its aftermath was tragic. The men responsible for such a disaster must be exposed. The men, women and children who suffered because of it must be remembered.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 21K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Peter Watkins
- George McBeanAlexander McDonald (uncredited)
- Olivier Espitalier-NoelPrince Charles Edward Stuart (uncredited)
- Tony CosgroveLt. Ward / Field Interviewer (voice) (uncredited)
- Robert OatesPrivate Alexander Laing (uncredited)
- Patrick WatkinsCrying Baby (uncredited)
- Don FairserviceEnglish Officer (uncredited)
- Peter WatkinsField Interviewer (voice) (uncredited)