Premise: “Knightfall” delves into the mysterious and tumultuous world of the Knights Templar, the medieval Christian military order. The story revolves around Landry du Lauzon (Tom Cullen), a brave and noble knight who is a key figure in the Templar Order. Following the Templars’ failures in the Holy Land, Landry becomes the Master of the Temple in Paris and leads his brothers in their quest to find the Holy Grail. As the series progresses, the Templars encounter political intrigue, warfare, and betrayal, all while battling their own internal struggles.
Themes: “Knightfall” touches on faith, loyalty, and the moral ambiguity of warfare and politics. It grapples with questions about divine destiny, personal honor, and the lengths to which one goes to protect and serve both a higher power and fellow brothers-in-arms.
Critical Consensus and Rating: 3 out of 5. While “Knightfall” was praised for its lavish production, attention to historical details, and engaging action sequences, some critics felt the series sometimes leaned into melodramatic plotlines, making it feel inconsistent at times.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-14 for its intense scenes, violence, and some suggestive content, making it suitable for viewers above 14.
Broadcast Details: “Knightfall” aired on the History Channel from 2017 to 2019 and spanned two seasons.
Recommendations: If you enjoyed “Knightfall,” you might also like:
- “The Last Kingdom”
- “Vikings“
- “Marco Polo“
- “Pillars of the Earth”
- “Da Vinci’s Demons”
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