DCSIMG
 
 

Kingdom of Heaven (2005)

Kingdom of Heaven (2005)
Play Trailer and Clips
Member Rating:  
Ridley Scott directed this epic-scale historical drama inspired by the events of the Crusades of the 12th century. Balian (Orlando Bloom) is a humble French blacksmith who is searching for a reason to go on after the death of his wife and children. Balian is approached by Godfrey of Ibelin (Liam Neeson), a fabled knight who has briefly returned home after serving in the East. Godfrey informs Balian that he is his true father, and urges the blacksmith to join him as he and his forces journey to Jerusalem to help defend the holy city. Balian accepts, and he and Godfrey arrive during the lull between the Second and Third Crusades, in which the city is enjoying a fragile peace. Both Christian and Muslim forces are temporarily in retreat, thanks to the wisdom of the Christian monarch King Baldwin IV (Edward Norton), his second-in-command Tiberias (Jeremy Irons), and Muslim potentate Saladin (Ghassan Massoud). Violent agitators on both sides are foolishly eager to end the peace in a bid for greater power, and Saladin bows to pressures from Muslim factions; Godfrey is one of a handful of brave knights who has thrown his allegiance behind Baldwin IV and his community of diversity, and Balian joins him as they use their skills as warriors in a bid to build a lasting peace. Kingdom of Heaven also stars Eva Green as the princess Sibylla, David Thewlis as Hospitaler the priest, and Brendan Gleeson as Reynald. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

 Read More


Starring:
Orlando Bloom, Eva Green, (more)
Director(s):
Ridley Scott
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD  |  Blu-ray
View All Versions to rent and buy
 
 
 
 
 
 

Synopsis of Kingdom of Heaven

Ridley Scott directed this epic-scale historical drama inspired by the events of the Crusades of the 12th century. Balian (Orlando Bloom) is a humble French blacksmith who is searching for a reason to go on after the death of his wife and children. Balian is approached by Godfrey of Ibelin (Liam Neeson), a fabled knight who has briefly returned home after serving in the East. Godfrey informs Balian that he is his true father, and urges the blacksmith to join him as he and his forces journey to Jerusalem to help defend the holy city. Balian accepts, and he and Godfrey arrive during the lull between the Second and Third Crusades, in which the city is enjoying a fragile peace. Both Christian and Muslim forces are temporarily in retreat, thanks to the wisdom of the Christian monarch King Baldwin IV (Edward Norton), his second-in-command Tiberias (Jeremy Irons), and Muslim potentate Saladin (Ghassan Massoud). Violent agitators on both sides are foolishly eager to end the peace in a bid for greater power, and Saladin bows to pressures from Muslim factions; Godfrey is one of a handful of brave knights who has thrown his allegiance behind Baldwin IV and his community of diversity, and Balian joins him as they use their skills as warriors in a bid to build a lasting peace. Kingdom of Heaven also stars Eva Green as the princess Sibylla, David Thewlis as Hospitaler the priest, and Brendan Gleeson as Reynald. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
144 mins

Complete Cast of Kingdom of Heaven


Director(s):
Ridley Scott
Writer(s):
William Monahan
Producer(s):
Charlie Bradbury, Ridley Scott
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Not For Children, Graphic Violence, Adult Situations, Adult Language)
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

Looking for special editions of Kingdom of Heaven?
See All Versions
Subtitles:
Check All Versions
Closed Captioning:
Check All Versions
 
 
 
 

BY MAIL

Monthly Subscription
 
BuyPreviously Viewed   $2.39
(disc only) 

New  from  $10.99
 

IN-STORE

 

ON DEMAND

Blockbuster Instant Video

Watch thousands of movies instantly on your TV, tablet, mobile phone or computer with no monthly subscription. You pay only for what you watch.
 

What's Your Take?

Add to FavoritesIn Favorites  |  Share:     Email to a friendShare on FacebookShare on Twitter
    YOUR REVIEW
    WRITE A REVIEW
     
    1000 
     
    Member Reviews
    Read all (227)
     
    Jimmy E.

    Kingdom of Heaven is a great movie. The cast was well selected, and the producers did a good job of depicting the historical interpretation of what the Crusades were. It showed how cruel and evil the Knights Templars were. But the film also showed the braveness of the Crusaders (Those who followed Tiberius and under the command of Balian) who protected Jerusalem for the good of the people and peace between Muslims, Christians (Catholics and Orthodox), and Jews. I am sure those who see it will enjoy it.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Sleman A.

    This VERSION is BRILLIANT. People need to realize this version of Kingdom of Heaven is WAAAYYYYYYYY better then the first one. It was cut down because of the time, but I will be honest if this one was the original they would have won the oscar for best picture or come close. This film is an epic adventure and a brilliant one at that. If you haven't seen any version just watch this one. This film is great. Please watch it because it made me want to be a knight and go fight for god and country and have my head chopped off lol.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Randy and laura C.

    loved it-never a dull moment. has it all great CAST,beautiful scenery, war scenes - plus our disk has a 'pilgrims guide' option which gives FACTS about the time period an EXPLAINS so much more. i highly recommend it (though not close to supper time cause it does have the usual fighting gor lol ) it shows just how our 'choices' now can either help or hender us later in life.....

    Yes   |   No

     
    Read All 227 Reviews
       

      Rating Systems

       

      Blockbuster

      Find Us Online: BLOCKBUSTER Blog - BLOCKBUSTER Widgets - BLOCKBUSTER RSS FEED - BLOCKBUSTER Facebook Page - BLOCKBUSTER Twitter Page - BLOCKBUSTER Wiki

      Email Exclusives

      BLOCKBUSTER name, design and related marks are trademarks of Blockbuster L.L.C.
        2013 Blockbuster L.L.C. All rights reserved.

      Portions of Content Provided by Rovi Corporation.   2013 Rovi Corporation.