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Highlander

1986·Movie·R·116 min·6.9(2,925)

There can be only one.

He fought his first battle on the Scottish Highlands in 1536. He will fight his greatest battle on the streets of New York City in 1986. His name is Connor MacLeod. He is immortal.

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Where to watch Highlander in United States

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Where is Highlander streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, YouTube TVAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
United KingdomStudiocanal Presents Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, CineverseApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
FranceCanal+, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainAmazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , FlixOlé, FlixOlé Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilOldflixApple TV Store, Google Play Movies
JapanApple TV Store, FOD

About Highlander

Highlander is a 1986 English-language adventure, action and fantasy film directed by Russell Mulcahy. The cast is led by Christopher Lambert, Roxanne Hart, Clancy Brown. It has a runtime of 1h 56m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 2900 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium.

Highlander was produced by Davis-Panzer Productions, Thorn EMI Screen Entertainment, and Highlander Productions and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on March 7, 1986, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $19 million, it went on to gross $13 million worldwide.

Director
Russell Mulcahy
Writers
Gregory Widen, Larry Ferguson, Peter Bellwood
Release date
March 7, 1986
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Budget
$19 million
Box office
$13 million
Production
Davis-Panzer Productions, Thorn EMI Screen Entertainment, Highlander Productions
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Highlander cast & crew

Highlander was directed by Russell Mulcahy and written by Gregory Widen, Larry Ferguson, and Peter Bellwood.

The cast features Christopher Lambert as Connor 'The Highlander' MacLeod, Roxanne Hart as Brenda J. Wyatt, Clancy Brown as Victor 'The Kurgan' Kruger, Sean Connery as Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez, Beatie Edney as Heather MacLeod, and Alan North as Lieutenant Frank Moran.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Michael Kamen, cinematography is by Gerry Fisher, and it was produced by William N. Panzer and Peter S. Davis.

Is Highlander worth watching?

Highlander holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 2,925 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.

At 1h 56m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy adventure, action, and fantasy, Highlander is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Highlander

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Cast of Highlander

Christopher Lambert

Christopher Lambert

Connor 'The Highlander' MacLeod

Roxanne Hart

Roxanne Hart

Brenda J. Wyatt

Clancy Brown

Clancy Brown

Victor 'The Kurgan' Kruger

Sean Connery

Sean Connery

Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez

Beatie Edney

Beatie Edney

Heather MacLeod

Alan North

Alan North

Lieutenant Frank Moran

Jon Polito

Jon Polito

Det. Walter Bedsoe

Sheila Gish

Sheila Gish

Rachel Ellenstein

Hugh Quarshie

Hugh Quarshie

Sunda Kastagir

Peter Diamond

Peter Diamond

Aman Fasil

Billy Hartman

Billy Hartman

Dugal MacLeod

James Cosmo

James Cosmo

Angus MacLeod

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Highlander — FAQs

Where can I watch Highlander in United States?

Highlander is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, YouTube TV in United States.

Is Highlander on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Highlander is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Highlander in?

Highlander is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Highlander?

Highlander runs 1 hours 56 minutes (116 minutes).

What is Highlander rated?

Highlander is rated R. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 2,925 ratings.

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