Lorna Doone
"Passion, romance and epic adventure in a classic tale of rivalry and revenge"
Originally released in 2001. Lorna Doone is a drama/romance film. directed by Mike Barker. With a runtime of 3h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Amelia Warner, Richard Coyle, and Aidan Gillen
Synopsis
The year is 1675. England is threatened by religious and political rivalries. King Charles II's Catholic brother, James, is next in line for the throne, but many Protestants put their faith in Charles' illegitimate son, The Duke of Monmouth. On the king's death, conflict is inevitable... Over seven days journey from London, Exmoor is a primitive and lawless area. Here, farmer Jack Ridd lives with his wife Sarah, son John, and two daughters. The only shadow over their simple life is cast by the notorious outlaw family the Doones. The aristocratic Doones were banished from their ancestral lands and now live through looting, theft, and murder. Their brutality is legendary...
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 11, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
3h 0m
180 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (21 votes)
Budget
$25
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Amelia Warner
as Lorna Doone
Richard Coyle
as John Ridd
Aidan Gillen
as Carver Doone
Peter Vaughan
as Sir Ensor Doone
Ruth Sheen
as Betty Muxworthy
Barbara Flynn
as Sarah Ridd
Anton Lesser
as Counsellor Doone
Honeysuckle Weeks
as Annie Ridd
Joanne Froggatt
as Lizzie Ridd
Jack Shepherd
as Reuben Huckaback
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $25
Production Companies
- BBC
- A+E Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorna Doone about?
The year is 1675. England is threatened by religious and political rivalries. King Charles II's Catholic brother, James, is next in line for the throne, but many Protestants put their faith in Char...
Who directed Lorna Doone?
Lorna Doone was directed by Mike Barker.
How long is Lorna Doone?
Lorna Doone has a runtime of 3 hours and 0 minutes (180 minutes total).
When was Lorna Doone released?
Lorna Doone was released on March 11, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lorna Doone?
The main cast of Lorna Doone includes Amelia Warner, Richard Coyle, Aidan Gillen, Peter Vaughan, Ruth Sheen.