Henry V (1989)
Kernel Score: 78% · 403 TMDB ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: War, Drama, History
Released: 1989-10-05
Runtime: 137 minutes
Where to watch Henry V
- Stream: Fubo, Philo, MGM+
- Free with ads: Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Tubi
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
Overview
In 1415, in the midst of the Hundred Years' War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France.
Henry V parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Henry V is a 1989 historical war drama about King Henry V's conquest of France during the Hundred Years' War.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes medieval sword fighting and battlefield combat scenes consistent with a historical war drama.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Kenneth Branagh as Henry V
- Derek Jacobi as Chorus
- Brian Blessed as Exeter
- James Larkin as Bedford
- Paul Scofield as French King
- Emma Thompson as Katherine
- Judi Dench as Mistress Quickly
- Simon Shepherd as Duke Humphrey of Gloucester
- James Simmons as Duke Edward of York
- Charles Kay as Archbishop of Canterbury
Henry V FAQ
Is Henry V good?
Henry V has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Henry V?
In the US you can stream Henry V on Fubo, Philo and MGM+ and watch it free with ads on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Tubi.
Is Henry V OK for kids?
Henry V is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Henry V is a 1989 historical war drama about King Henry V's conquest of France during the Hundred Years' War.
What movies are like Henry V?
If you liked Henry V, try The Duellists, The King, Gettysburg and The Longest Day.