Knight of Cups (2016): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Knight of Cups is a 2016 romantic drama directed by Terrence Malick, starring Antonio Banderas, Brian Dennehy and Cate Blanchett. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes and earned $1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 47% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Terrence Malick
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Broad Green Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Knight of Cups About?
The premise of Knight of Cups without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A screenwriter named Rick wanders through the alluring cities of Los Angeles and Las Vegas, seeking connection and understanding. He encounters six different women, each offering a potential route to love and self-discovery amidst lavish surroundings. As he explores these relationships and confronts his own uncertainties, Rick undertakes a dreamlike journey to find meaning and awaken to the simple joys of life.
Where to Watch Knight of Cups
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Knight of Cups Cast
Antonio Banderas leads the cast, with Brian Dennehy and Cate Blanchett. Directed by Terrence Malick; 9 actors are credited in all.
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Director Terrence Malick
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· 5 moreKnight of Cups Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Knight of Cups 47% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 47% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 37%
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 57% User score
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Letterboxd 3.3 /5
929 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.3 /5
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Knight of Cups Plot Summary
What happens in Knight of Cups from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the heart of Los Angeles, a conflicted screenwriter named Rick finds himself wandering through a landscape filled with disillusionment and dreams left unfulfilled. Grappling with profound loss, including the death of one brother and the uncertain future of another, Rick is on a relentless quest for meaning amid the dizzying highs of Hollywood. His methods of coping, although flawed, become his lifeline—he seeks solace in transient liaisons with women who provide brief distractions from his overwhelming sorrow.
Full summary
The whole story of Knight of Cups, scene by scene
Knight of Cups Box Office
Knight of Cups grossed $1 million worldwide. $566,006 came from the US and Canada and $460,282 (45%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1M
- US & Canada
- $566K
- International
- $460.3K
Knight of Cups Trailers & Videos
7 videos: 1 trailer, 1 teaser, 4 clips and 1 behind-the-scenes video.
- Teaser Teaser
- Clip Helen
- Clip Joy
- Clip 'Helen' extended clip
How Well Do You Know Knight of Cups?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What profession does Rick hold in 'Knight of Cups'?
Cars in Knight of Cups
49 cars on screen, including the 1966 Lincoln Continental and the 2004 Audi A6 C5.
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2004 BMW X3 E83 Background role
Knight of Cups Also Known As
19 alternative titles, including “Cavaleiro de Copas” and “나이트 오브 컵스”.
- Also known as
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- Cavaleiro de Copas
- 나이트 오브 컵스
- Рыцарь кубков
- Βαλές Κούπα
- Rycerz pucharów
- 圣杯骑士
- אביר הגביעים
- Rytíř pohárů
- Kupák lovagja
- Kupa Şovalyesi
- 聖杯騎士
- Лицар кубків
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- Caballero de copas
- Taurių riteris, თასების რაინდი
- 聖杯たちの騎士
- ผู้ชาย ความหมาย ความรัก
- Cavalerul de Pică
- Принцът на чашите
- Karikate rüütel
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Knight of Cups FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Knight of Cups, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Knight of Cups?
Knight of Cups runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was Knight of Cups released?
Knight of Cups was released on March 4, 2016.
Who directed Knight of Cups?
Knight of Cups was directed by Terrence Malick.
More films by Terrence Malick Who is in the cast of Knight of Cups?
Knight of Cups stars Antonio Banderas, Brian Dennehy and Cate Blanchett, among 9 credited actors.
Where can I watch Knight of Cups?
In the US, Knight of Cups is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fandango at Home Free and Fawesome and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Knight of Cups make at the box office?
Knight of Cups grossed $1 million worldwide ($566,006 domestic, $460,282 international).
How is Knight of Cups rated?
Knight of Cups has 47% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic, 57% on TMDB and 3.3/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Knight of Cups have a post-credit scene?
No. Knight of Cups has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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