The Princess Bride (1987)

1987 • PG • 98 min • Adventure, Comedy, Family

The Princess Bride (1987) is a adventure, comedy, family film directed by Rob Reiner. Led by Cary Elwes, Critically acclaimed with an IMDb score of 8.0/10, this movie stands as one of the most memorable adventure, comedy, family titles of its era. The film runs 98 min. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting a favourite, The Princess Bride delivers exactly what fans of the adventure, comedy, family genre are looking for.

The Princess Bride (1987) poster
★ 8.0 / 10  IMDb
Adventure Comedy Family
DirectorRob Reiner
WriterWilliam Goldman
StarsCary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Robin Wright
LanguageEnglish
CountryUnited States
Box Office: $30,857,814

About The Princess Bride

The Princess Bride (1987) is a Adventure film with strong elements of Comedy, Family, directed by Rob Reiner. The screenplay was written by William Goldman. The cast features standout performances from Cary Elwes and Mandy Patinkin, among others.

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Ratings & Reviews

8.0/10
IMDb
96%
Rotten Tomatoes
78/100
Metacritic
🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 7 wins & 11 nominations total

Cast & Crew

Director
Rob Reiner
Writer
William Goldman
Actor
Cary Elwes
Actor
Mandy Patinkin
Actor
Robin Wright

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Princess Bride about?

An elderly man reads the book “The Princess Bride” to his sick and thus currently bedridden adolescent grandson, the reading of the book which has been passed down within the famil…

Who directed The Princess Bride?

The Princess Bride (1987) was directed by Rob Reiner. The film is a adventure production that showcases the director’s distinctive style.

Who stars in The Princess Bride?

The main cast of The Princess Bride includes Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Robin Wright. Their performances are one of the key strengths of the film.

Is The Princess Bride worth watching?

Yes, The Princess Bride is highly recommended — it is considered one of the best films in its genre. With an IMDb score of 8.0/10, it has earned its place as a notable adventure film. It also received significant industry recognition: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 7 wins & 11 nominations total.

How long is The Princess Bride?

The Princess Bride has a runtime of 98 min. It was released in 1987 and is rated Adventure, Comedy, Family in terms of genre classification.

Where can I watch The Princess Bride?

The Princess Bride may be available on major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, or available for digital rental/purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Vudu, or Google Play. Availability varies by region and changes over time.