Outlaw King (2018): cast, story & where to watch

2018 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 2018, Outlaw King is an action, drama, war and history film directed by David Mackenzie, running about 122 minutes. “Based on the untold true story” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Forced into exile by the English after being crowned King of Scotland, legendary warrior Robert the Bruce fights to reclaim the throne.

Who’s in it. Outlaw King stars Chris Pine as Robert Bruce, Earl of Carrick, Aaron Taylor-Johnson as James Douglas, Lord of Douglas, Florence Pugh as Elizabeth Burgh and Billy Howle as Edward, Prince of Wales, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Outlaw King has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Outlaw King page.

If you liked it. Fans of Outlaw King tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Outlaw King (2018)?
In US, Outlaw King is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Outlaw King worth watching?
Outlaw King holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Outlaw King?
Outlaw King stars Chris Pine, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Florence Pugh, Billy Howle and Sam Spruell.
When was Outlaw King released?
Outlaw King was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.