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Cast. Heath Ledger as William Thatcher, a brave and loyal peasant who has dreamt of being a knight since childhood. Masqueraded as a knight under the alias 'Sir Ulrich von Liechtenstein of Gelderland'. Leagh Conwell as Young William Thatcher. Rufus Sewell as Count Adhemar of Anjou, a wealthy, battle hardened knight.
May 11, 2001 · A Knight's Tale: Directed by Brian Helgeland. With Heath Ledger, Rufus Sewell, Shannyn Sossamon, Paul Bettany. After his master dies, a peasant squire, fueled by his desire for food and glory, creates a new identity for himself as a knight.
Posing as a knight himself, William won't stop until he's crowned tournament champion—assuming matters of the heart don't get in the way. William Thatcher, a knight's peasant apprentice, gets a chance at glory when the knight dies suddenly mid-tournament.
Stuart Hopps. Learn more about the full cast of A Knight's Tale with news, photos, videos and more at TV Guide.
5 days ago · A Knight's Tale features a talented cast of actors and actresses who bring their characters to life. From the charming William Thatcher played by Heath Ledger to the formidable Count Adhemar portrayed by Rufus Sewell, each actor adds depth to the medieval adventure.
Meet the talented cast and crew behind 'A Knight's Tale' on Moviefone. Explore detailed bios, filmographies, and the creative team's insights.
A commoner (Heath Ledger) jousts with nobles in 14th-century France.
William Thatcher, a knight's peasant apprentice, gets a chance at glory when the knight dies suddenly mid-tournament. Posing as a knight himself, William won't stop until he's crowned tournament champion—assuming matters of the heart don't get in the way.
