Directed by Jerry Zucker, who had previously directed the Academy Award-nominated Ghost, this romantic adventure drama is based on the King Arthur legend. With a budget of $75 million the film only grossed $128 million worldwide; it had mixed reviews. Whilst much of the film was shot on location in Wales a number of locations in Hertfordshire were used.
Release / Airing: 07/07/1995
Locations used for this production:
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Ashridge Estate >
First Knight is a story about love, honour, passion and betrayal set in and around the city of Camelot. Opening scenes introduce Lancelot (Richard Gere), a nomadic rogue earning his living by his sword at a fair in the land of Lyonesse.
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St Albans Cathedral was also used as a backdrop for King Arthur’s (Sean Connery) re-union with Guinevere (Julia Ormond) following her kidnap by Malagant (Ben Cross); when Guinevere tries to persuade Lancelot to leave Camelot; and the wedding scene between Arthur and Guinevere.
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