A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court (1949): Cast & Plot
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court is a 1949 music comedy directed by Tay Garnett, starring Cedric Hardwicke as King Arthur, Bing Crosby and William Bendix. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 46m (106 min)
- Director
- Tay Garnett
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court About?
The premise of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A bump on the head whisks auto mechanic Hank Martin from 1905 to Arthurian England in 528 A.D. Befriended by Sir Sagramore le Desirous, Hank leverages his modern knowledge to gain influence. He instantly falls for Alisande, the king’s niece, sparking jealousy in her betrothed Sir Lancelot, and his meddling in the kingdom’s politics brings even greater upheaval.
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- accidental time travel
- time travel
- american
- connecticut
- 1910s
- 6th century
- based on novel
- mechanic
- jousting
- false accusation
- necklace
- painting
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- lens
- almanac
- slave auction
- disguise
- sneeze
- auto repair
- riding accident
- lasso
- armor
- revolver
- castle
- tour guide
- told in flashback
- terrace
- winking
- royal ball
- execution
- jealousy
- key
- magnet
- escape from prison
- matchstick
- nobility
- love at first sight
- thunderstorm
- lost love
- widow
- loss of husband
- loss of father
- sorcerer
- forest
- dungeon
- knighthood
- 520s
- superstition
- slapped in the face
- safety pin
- apology
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court Cast & Characters
Cedric Hardwicke leads the cast as King Arthur, with Bing Crosby as Hank Martin and William Bendix as Sir Sagramore. Directed by Tay Garnett; 72 actors are credited in all.
- Director Tay Garnett
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Cedric Hardwicke as King Arthur -
Bing Crosby as Hank Martin - William Bendix as Sir Sagramore
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Rhonda Fleming as Alisande La Carteloise
Also Starring in A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
· 68 more- Henry Wilcoxon Sir Lancelot
- Murvyn Vye Merlin
- Olin Howland Sam - Connecticut Postman (uncredited)
- Roger Moore Bidder (uncredited)
- Alan Napier High Executioner
- Jim Davis Slave Overseer (uncredited)
- Lester Dorr Townsman (uncredited)
- Vernon Dent Guard (uncredited)
- Olaf Hytten Tailor (uncredited)
- John George Peasant (uncredited)
- Charles Coleman Richard - Lord Pendragon's Aide (uncredited)
- Harry Wilson Guard (uncredited)
- Chet Brandenburg Peasant (uncredited)
- Duke Johnson Juggler (uncredited)
- Mary Field Peasant woman
- Fred Aldrich Peasant (uncredited)
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- Leonard Mudie Lord Mayor's Aide (uncredited)
- Frances Morris Townswoman (uncredited)
- Colin Campbell Executioner (uncredited)
- Julia Faye Lady Penelope
- Frederick Worlock Lord Mayor (uncredited)
- Al Bain Footman (uncredited)
- Joey Ray Townsman (uncredited)
- Jimmie Dundee Henchman / Sergeant at Arms (uncredited)
- Richard Webb Sir Galahad
- John 'Skins' Miller Skins / Idiot #1 (uncredited)
- Virginia Field Morgan Le Fay
- George Kirby Tailor (uncredited)
- Reginald Sheffield Auctioneer (uncredited)
- Ottola Nesmith Tourist (uncredited)
- Joseph Vitale Sir Logris
- Eric Alden Jailer (uncredited)
- Hugh Prosser Sir Bedivere (uncredited)
- Victor Travis Peasant (uncredited)
- Loretta Russell Aristocrat (uncredited)
- Vesey O'Davoren Castle Servant (uncredited)
- Babe London Fat Woman (uncredited)
- Gordon Richards Tour Guide (uncredited)
- Art Foster Axeman (uncredited)
- Jimmy Hawkins Boy (uncredited)
- Paul Scardon White Haired Peddler (uncredited)
- Anton Northpole Footman (uncredited)
- Dorothy Phillips Townswoman (uncredited)
- Alec Harford Little Man (uncredited)
- Richard Keene Royal Cook (uncredited)
- George Douglas Sergeant at Arms (uncredited)
- Lucille Barkley Page Girl (uncredited)
- Ann Carter Peasant girl
- John Goldsworthy Guard (uncredited)
- Timmy Hawkins Boy (uncredited)
- David Stollery Billy (uncredited)
- Russell Saunders Acrobat (uncredited)
- Bob Morgan Henchman (uncredited)
- Georgie Nokes Boy (uncredited)
- Robert Graham Boy (uncredited)
- Larry Thompson Watchman (uncredited)
- Fred Zendar Peasant (uncredited)
- Larry Lawson Henchman (uncredited)
- Doreen McCann Girl (uncredited)
- Joseph Marr Bidder at Auction (uncredited)
- Tay Dunn Sir Persant (uncredited)
- B.G. Norman Boy (uncredited)
- Fred Sweeney Peasant (uncredited)
- George Cathrey Sir Kay (uncredited)
- Anthony Jowitt Bidder at Auction / Townsman (uncredited)
- Art Stewart Lancelot's Man at Arms (uncredited)
- Donya Dean Noblewoman / Slave (uncredited)
- Tony Cirrillo Idiot #2 (uncredited)
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court Plot Summary
What happens in A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
American mechanic Hank Martin somehow wakes up in the world of King Arthur, a legendary time and place far from his own. He is immediately swept up by danger, captured and condemned to die, and then, almost by luck, he earns a dramatic reprieve when he proclaims himself a wizard. A single, expertly timed display—the lighting of a match—seems to confirm his odd claim in the eyes of the aging king and his court, turning fear into astonishment. Impressed by this uncanny display, King Arthur rewards him generously: a blacksmith shop to tend, a loyal squire to accompany him, and the unlikely title of Sir Boss that follows Hank as he navigates a world not his own.
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A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court, each answered in a sentence.
How long is A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court?
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
When was A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court released?
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court was released on April 7, 1949.
Who directed A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court?
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court was directed by Tay Garnett.
More films by Tay Garnett Who is in the cast of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court?
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court stars Cedric Hardwicke as King Arthur, Bing Crosby as Hank Martin and William Bendix as Sir Sagramore, among 72 credited actors.
Does A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court have a post-credit scene?
No. A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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