The Patriot (2000)
Roland Emmerich's sweeping Revolutionary War epic follows a reluctant hero forced back into battle to protect his family and a fledgling nation.
The Patriot - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Patriot
- Release Year: 2000
- Directed by: Roland Emmerich
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama, History, War, Action
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 2h 45m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): June 28, 2000 (Mexico - B), June 28, 2000 (United States - R), July 14, 2000 (United Kingdom - 15), August 3, 2000 (Germany - 16), July 12, 2000 (France - U), August 11, 2000 (India), August 10, 2000 (New Zealand), July 20, 2000 (Australia - MA 15+), July 21, 2000 (Brazil - 14), August 25, 2000 (Italy - T), July 21, 2000 (Spain - 12), July 22, 2000 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: O Patriotis (GR), The Patriot Extended Cut (US), Patriota (RS)
- Production Companies: Columbia Pictures, Mutual Film Company, Centropolis Entertainment, Global Medien KG
- Production Countries: Germany, United States of America
The Patriot - Plot
After proving himself on the field of battle in the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin wants nothing more to do with such things, preferring the simple life of a farmer. But when his son Gabriel enlists in the army to defend their new nation, America, against the British, Benjamin reluctantly returns to his old life to protect his son.
The Patriot - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the Revolutionary War come to life:
Before they were soldiers, they were family. Before they were legends, they were heroes. Before there was a nation, there was a fight for freedom.
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The Patriot - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Roland Emmerich
Main Cast
- Mel Gibson
- Heath Ledger
- Joely Richardson
- Jason Isaacs
- Chris Cooper
- Tchéky Karyo
- René Auberjonois
- Lisa Brenner
- Tom Wilkinson
- Donal Logue
Writers
- Robert Rodat
Producers
- Gary Levinsohn
- Dean Devlin
- Mark Gordon
The Patriot - FAQs
Where can you stream The Patriot (2000)?
The Patriot is available to stream on Philo and BBC America. It can also be rented or purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region, so check JustWatch for the most current options.
Is The Patriot based on a true story?
The Patriot is historical fiction inspired by real events of the American Revolutionary War. The character of Benjamin Martin is a composite loosely drawing on figures like Francis Marion and Andrew Pickens. The film takes significant creative liberties and is not a direct biography of any single individual.
Who are the main actors in The Patriot?
The Patriot stars Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin and Heath Ledger as his son Gabriel. The supporting cast includes Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs as the villainous Col. Tavington, Chris Cooper, Tchéky Karyo, Tom Wilkinson as General Cornwallis, and Donal Logue.
Who is the villain Colonel Tavington based on?
Colonel William Tavington, played by Jason Isaacs, is loosely based on the real British officer Banastre Tarleton, a cavalry commander notorious for his ruthless tactics during the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution. The film dramatizes and intensifies his cruelty beyond the historical record.
What is The Patriot (2000) about?
The Patriot follows Benjamin Martin, a South Carolina farmer and French and Indian War veteran who reluctantly joins the American Revolution after his son enlists and their family is threatened. The film blends personal sacrifice with large-scale battlefield drama set during the Revolutionary War's Southern Campaign.
What is the age rating for The Patriot?
The Patriot is rated R in the United States. The rating reflects the film's intense and graphic battlefield violence, including depictions of war atrocities. It is not recommended for younger audiences. In the UK it received a 15 certificate, and in Australia an MA 15+ classification.
How long is The Patriot (2000)?
The Patriot has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes (165 minutes). An extended cut was also released under the title The Patriot Extended Cut, which adds additional footage beyond the theatrical version. The theatrical cut remains the most widely available version on streaming platforms.
Who directed and composed the music for The Patriot?
The Patriot was directed by Roland Emmerich, known for large-scale spectacle filmmaking. The film's sweeping orchestral score was composed by John Williams, lending the Revolutionary War epic its emotionally resonant and patriotic musical identity. Caleb Deschanel served as director of photography.
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