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Braveheart

Play trailer 2:45 Poster for Braveheart R 1995 2h 57m History Drama Biography War Action Romance Play Trailer Watchlist
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Tells the story of the legendary thirteenth century Scottish hero named William Wallace (Mel Gibson). Wallace rallies the Scottish against the English monarch and Edward I (Peter Hanly) after he suffers a personal tragedy by English soldiers. Wallace gathers a group of amateur warriors that is stronger than any English army.
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Distractingly violent and historically dodgy, Mel Gibson's Braveheart justifies its epic length by delivering enough sweeping action, drama, and romance to match its ambition.

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Jeff Millar Houston Chronicle Feb 27, 2026
The film talks the stirring talk, but it can't quite walk the walk. Gibson's direction is passable, but critically absent is the panache which sweeps us up and off wherever he wants to take us. Go to Full Review Michael Medved New York Post Feb 27, 2026
The picture is easily an hour too long, and that's a shame since Braveheart at its best -- especially in its breathtaking battle sequences -- is very good indeed. Go to Full Review Rick Groen Globe and Mail Feb 27, 2026
Despite a formidable effort and occasional grace, there's something cowardly about Braveheart -- it's an aspiring giant with a diminutive soul. Go to Full Review James Croot The Post NZ Apr 29, 2026
Braveheart’s secret sauce though is really its magnificent soundtrack. Evocative and complementary in the way a movie soundscape should be, James Horner’s bagpipe, string and percussion-filled score adds to virtually every scene. Go to Full Review Ronan Farren Sunday Independent (Ireland) Feb 27, 2026
Altogether, as epics go, Braveheart is worthy of a skirl of the pipes and a toast in Glenmorangie. Go to Full Review Bob Campbell Newark Star-Ledger Feb 27, 2026
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The major failing of Braveheart is that it never for a moment convinces us that we've invaded a remote and alien culture. Its success is that it recaptures the high ground of movie heroism. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Tom Sep 3, 2026 one of my favorite films!!! See more richard b Sep 3, 2026 A timeless classic that shows the inner workings of the true spirit. A must see, at least once in a lifetime if not way more movie. Way up there with the likes of Casino and Shawshank Redemption kind of viewing. Mel Gibsons performance is stunning. See more Danny G @Ass-Blaster 2 days ago So excellent that historical inaccuracies matter not. See more Jacob W @RT17896586 4 days ago This is a gripping epic historical story in which as well as acting MG directed the movie winning two awards for best director and best picture. A great film. See more Gareth V @geewah Oct 17, 2026 Grand, moving and consistently gripping, with an ending that hits hard. See more Ivan R @RT88443011 Sep 14, 2026 Even though this movie is over 30 years old, it’s still an amazing story and awesome movie. It’s one of the classics See more Read all reviews
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Mel Gibson

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Mel Gibson

William Wallace

Sophie Marceau

Princess Isabelle

Patrick McGoohan

Longshanks - King Edward I

Catherine McCormack

Murron MacClannough

Brendan Gleeson

Hamish Campbell

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Synopsis Tells the story of the legendary thirteenth century Scottish hero named William Wallace (Mel Gibson). Wallace rallies the Scottish against the English monarch and Edward I (Peter Hanly) after he suffers a personal tragedy by English soldiers. Wallace gathers a group of amateur warriors that is stronger than any English army.
Director
Mel Gibson
Producer
Bruce Davey, Mel Gibson, Alan Ladd Jr.
Screenwriter
Randall Wallace
Distributor
Paramount Pictures
Production Co
Twentieth Century Fox, Paramount Pictures, B.H. Finance C.V., Ladd Company, Icon Entertainment International
Rating
R (Brutal Medieval Warfare)
Genre
History, Drama, Biography, War, Action, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 24, 1995, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$75.5M
Runtime
2h 57m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, Dolby A, DTS, Surround, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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