Roar (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1997, Roar is a fantasy and history film directed by Félix Enríquez Alcalá, running about 572 minutes.
What it’s about. In 5th century Ireland, a young Celtic chieftain and his allies fight against Roman encroachment, the manipulative pro-Roman puppet ruler of Ireland, Queen Diana, and her immortal adviser who seeks the biblical Spear of Longinus.
Who’s in it. Roar stars Heath Ledger as Conor, Lisa Zane as Queen Diana, Sebastian Roché as Longinus and Vera Farmiga as Catlin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Roar sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roar tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roar (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Roar worth watching?
- Roar holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Roar?
- Roar stars Heath Ledger, Lisa Zane, Sebastian Roché, Vera Farmiga and John Saint Ryan.
- When was Roar released?
- Roar was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 572 minutes.