King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017)
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017)
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017) is a fantasy action-adventure film directed by Guy Ritchie, offering a bold reimagining of the classic Arthurian legend. Starring Charlie Hunnam as Arthur, the film follows his journey from being a streetwise orphan to becoming the legendary king destined to wield the magical sword, Excalibur.
The story begins with Arthur growing up unaware of his royal lineage, having been raised in the rough streets of Londinium after his parents were killed by his treacherous uncle, King Vortigern (Jude Law). Vortigern, who seized the throne by dark magic, rules the kingdom with an iron fist. However, when Arthur pulls the mythical sword Excalibur from the stone, he is forced to confront his true heritage and the destiny that comes with it.