William Tell
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William Tell

6.2 / 10 2025 2h 13mR English
ActionAdventureDramaHistory

Storyline

The narrative unfolds in the 14th Century, when the European nations vie for supremacy within the Holy Roman Empire. The ambitious Austrian Empire, desiring more land, invades neighbouring Switzerland, a serene and pastoral nation. Protagonist William Tell, a formerly peaceful hunter, finds himself forced to take action as his family and homeland come under threat from the oppressive Austrian King and his ruthless warlords.

Cast & Crew

Claes Bang

Claes Bang

William Tell

Lead
Connor Swindells

Connor Swindells

Gessler

Golshifteh Farahani

Golshifteh Farahani

Suna

Jonah Hauer-King

Jonah Hauer-King

Rudenz

Ellie Bamber

Ellie Bamber

Princess Bertha

Rafe Spall

Rafe Spall

Stauffacher

Emily Beecham

Emily Beecham

Gertrude

Jonathan Pryce

Jonathan Pryce

Attinghausen

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Nick Hamm's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. William Tell is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker