Ironclad 2011
"Heavy metal goes medieval."
Set against the stormy backdrop of 13th-century England, Jonathan English's Ironclad (2011) plunges viewers into a gripping tale of defiance and bloodshed.
Director: Jonathan English
Cast
James Purefoy
Thomas Marshall
Kate Mara
Lady Isabel
Jason Flemyng
Becket
Paul Giamatti
King John
Brian Cox
Albany
Derek Jacobi
Cornhill
Charles Dance
Stephen Langton, Archbishop of Canterbury
Aneurin Barnard
Guy
Jamie Foreman
Coteral
Mackenzie Crook
Marks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ironclad (2011) about?
The film follows the 1215 rebellion against King John after he signs the Magna Carta but later breaks his oath, leading to a violent siege at Rochester Castle. A small band of defenders, including mercenaries and loyal barons, must hold the fortress against an overwhelming royal army to protect the ideals of freedom enshrined in the charter.
Who directed Ironclad?
Jonathan English directed Ironclad (2011), bringing a director's eye for visceral action and historical authenticity to the medieval siege tale.
Who stars in Ironclad?
The film features James Purefoy, Kate Mara, Jason Flemyng, Paul Giamatti, Brian Cox, and Derek Jacobi in key roles.
Is Ironclad (2011) worth watching?
For fans of historical action and gritty medieval drama, Ironclad (2011) delivers high-stakes tension and impressive production values. While it doesn't boast a widely known cast outside its leads, the siege sequences and themes of resistance make it a solid pick for those who enjoy intense, atmospheric storytelling.
How long is Ironclad?
Ironclad (2011) runs for 121 minutes, or just over two hours of non-stop medieval action and political drama.
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About Ironclad (2011) — A brutal medieval siege of defiance and destiny
Set against the stormy backdrop of 13th-century England, Jonathan English's Ironclad (2011) plunges viewers into a gripping tale of defiance and bloodshed. The film unfolds in 1215, when rebel barons force King John to sign the Magna Carta, a historic pact that promised freedom for the common man. Yet the King's hollow pledge soon curdles into betrayal, as he marches a mercenary horde toward Rochester Castle to crush the rebellion and reclaim absolute power. What follows is a siege of brutal intensity, where loyalty and survival clash in a medieval crucible. With a cast led by James Purefoy, Kate Mara, and Paul Giamatti, the film blends romance, adventure, and raw historical action into a visceral experience that feels both epic and intimate.
Ironclad (2011) captures the tension between freedom and tyranny against the dramatic canvas of castle warfare and political intrigue, delivering a story that's as much about honor as it is about steel and strategy.
