Cromwell
1970 • 140 min • Drama · History · War
Synopsis
Disgusted with the policies of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell plans to take his family to the New World. But on the eve of their departure, Cromwell is drawn into the tangled web of religion and politics that will result in the English Civil War.
Our family guide
Best from age 11- 66 Audience · 106 · 100%
This historical drama chronicles Oliver Cromwell's journey from a country gentleman to a military and political leader during the English Civil War. It depicts his growing opposition to King Charles I's rule and the conflicts that ultimately shaped 17th-century England.
- Violence & peril
- 6/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 4/10
Heads up
- Depictions of war and execution
- Themes of political and religious conflict
- Some intense dramatic scenes
What it models well
- Standing up for beliefs
- Justice and fairness
- Leadership and conviction
Talk about it after
- The nature of power and leadership
- Historical conflicts and their impacts
- Religious freedom and tolerance
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Top billed cast
Director: Ken Hughes • Crew: Ken Hughes
Trailers & clips
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Cromwell (1970) Original Movie Trailer
Cromwell | Ken Hughes |1970
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.6/10 (106)
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $8,000,000
- IMDb
- tt0065593
