Richard the Lionheart (2013 film)

Richard the Lionheart (2013 film) is a low-budget action/historical drama film released in 2013. Directed by Stefano Milla, the film stars Malcolm McDowell, Gianluca Iacono as Richard the Lionheart, and Andrea Zirio. The movie presents a fictionalized account of Richard I of England, focusing on his imprisonment after the Third Crusade and his struggle to return to England. The plot involves political intrigue, betrayal, and Richard's efforts to reclaim his throne against internal and external enemies. Critically, the film received generally negative reviews, with criticism aimed at its production values, acting, historical inaccuracies, and overall storytelling. Despite featuring a well-known actor in McDowell, the film largely failed to gain significant attention.