Dragonard (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1987, Dragonard is a drama and history film directed by Gérard Kikoïne, running about 93 minutes. “Forbidden Passions that could only be tamed by the dreaded Dragonard.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1747, a handsome but rebellious Scotsman named Richard Abdee is auctioned off as a slave on a Caribbean island controlled by French and British sugar-planters. When caught having sex with his owner's wife, Abdee is given 100 lashes with the dreaded "dragonard" whip. This sentence is meant to be fatal but Abdee survives and later joins in a slave revolt which puts an end to the island's era of savage whippings.
Who’s in it. Dragonard stars Oliver Reed as Captain Shanks, Eartha Kitt as Naomi, Patrick Warburton as Richard Abdee and Annabel Schofield as Honore Juno, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Dragonard has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dragonard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dragonard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dragonard (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dragonard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dragonard worth watching?
- Dragonard holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dragonard?
- Dragonard stars Oliver Reed, Eartha Kitt, Patrick Warburton, Annabel Schofield and Claudia Udy.
- When was Dragonard released?
- Dragonard was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.