Sharpe's Justice 1997
Set in the uneasy peace following Napoleon's exile to Elba, Sharpe's Justice (1997) follows the hardened Major Richard Sharpe as he's banished to Yorkshire to command a company of yeomanry.
Director: Tom Clegg
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharpe's Justice (1997) about?
Major Richard Sharpe is exiled to Yorkshire after Napoleon's defeat, tasked with keeping peace between mill owners and striking workers. As his faithless wife's betrayal looms, Sharpe's loyalty and rage collide in a story of duty, revenge, and rebellion.
Who directed Sharpe's Justice?
Sharpe's Justice was directed by Tom Clegg, known for his work on period and military dramas.
Who stars in Sharpe's Justice?
The main cast includes Sean Bean, Daragh O'Malley, Abigail Cruttenden, Caroline Langrishe, and Philip Glenister.
Is Sharpe's Justice (1997) worth watching?
While IMDb ratings are unavailable, Sharpe's Justice offers solid military drama with Sean Bean's signature intensity. Fans of post-Napoleonic historical fiction or Sharpe's series will find this installment delivers gritty atmosphere and personal stakes.
How long is Sharpe's Justice?
Sharpe's Justice has a runtime of 102 minutes.
About Sharpe's Justice (1997) — Major Sharpe's Yorkshire exile turns to vengeance and rebellion
Set in the uneasy peace following Napoleon's exile to Elba, Sharpe's Justice (1997) follows the hardened Major Richard Sharpe as he's banished to Yorkshire to command a company of yeomanry. His mission pits him against rebellious mill workers striking for fair wages, while his estranged wife's betrayal seethes in the background. With only his loyal Chosen Men by his side, Sharpe must choose between upholding the law for mill owners or unleashing his simmering vengeance. Director Tom Clegg crafts a gripping blend of war-torn grit and personal vendetta, weaving military drama with raw human conflict.
The film crackles with the tension of post-war England, where industrial unrest mirrors the chaos of battle. Sean Bean delivers a magnetic performance as Sharpe, balancing authority with simmering rage, while Abigail Cruttenden and Caroline Langrishe ground the story in personal stakes. Clegg's direction leans into the stark contrasts of the era—order versus rebellion, duty versus desire—making Sharpe's Justice a compelling snapshot of a nation in flux.