Dragonheart (1996)

6.4PG-13103 minDirector: Rob Cohen

1996 film by Rob Cohen

Dragonheart (stylized as DragonHeart) is a 1996 fantasy adventure film directed by Rob Cohen and written by Charles Edward Pogue, based on a story created by him and Patrick Read Johnson. The film stars Dennis Quaid, David Thewlis, Pete Postlethwaite, Dina Meyer, and Sean Connery as the voice of Draco the Dragon.

It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects and various other awards in 1996 and 1997. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising the premise, visual effects, and character development but panning the script as confusing and clichéd. It was a box-office success, earning $115 million worldwide. It was dedicated to the memory of Steve Price and Irwin Cohen.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is Dragonheart about?
Dragonheart (1996) — The young, sickly King Einon was wounded in a battle. In order for him to survive, he is healed by Draco, a dragon. Some years later, Bowen, a dragonslayer, encounters Draco. The two team up to form a travelling duo that perform an act, but the act is only known by themselves. Bo
Is Dragonheart based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Dragonheart scary?
Content rating: PG-13. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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