The Eagle movie poster

The Eagle

2011 · 1h 54m · Released

PG-13 Adventure, Drama

In 140 AD, twenty years after the unexplained disappearance of the entire Ninth Legion in the mountains of Scotland, young centurion Marcus Aquila arrives from Rome to solve the mystery and restore the reputation of his father, the commander of the Ninth. Accompanied only by his British slave Esca, Marcus sets out across Hadrian's Wall into the uncharted highlands of Caledonia - to confront its savage tribes, make peace with his father's memory, and retrieve the lost legion's golden emblem, the Eagle of the Ninth.

Read the book by Rosemary Sutcliff

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.2 The Movie Database
6.2 IMDb
41% Rotten Tomatoes
62 Metacritic

Where to stream The Eagle

Streaming now in the United States on Philo and Starz.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Official Trailer
Marcus Aquila is Ambushed at the End of the World
Marcus Aquila and his Uncle Watch some Gladiators Fight
The Barbarians Attack the Romans at Night
The Romans Fight the Seal People in the River
Channing Tatum Spares Jamie Bell's Life
Channing Tatum Fends Off A Midnight Sneak Attack
Channing Tatum and Jamie Bell Face Off

Top cast and crew

Kevin Macdonald Director
Channing Tatum Marcus Aquila
Mark Strong Guern
Jamie Bell Esca
Donald Sutherland Aquila
Denis O'Hare Lotorius
Tahar Rahim Seal Prince
Dakin Matthews Claudius Marcellus
Douglas Henshall Cradoc
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Frequently asked questions about The Eagle

Where can I watch The Eagle in the United States?

The Eagle is available to stream on Philo and Starz in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Eagle for free?

Not free in the United States right now. The Eagle needs a subscription to Philo and Starz, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for The Eagle?

The Eagle scores 6.2 on The Movie Database, 6.2 on IMDb, 41% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 62 on Metacritic.

Who stars in The Eagle?

The Eagle stars Channing Tatum, Mark Strong, Jamie Bell, Donald Sutherland, and Denis O'Hare. Kevin Macdonald is the director.

How long is The Eagle?

The Eagle runs 1h 54m (114 minutes).

When did The Eagle come out?

The Eagle was released on February 8, 2011.

Which studio made The Eagle?

The Eagle was produced by Prime Focus, Toledo Productions, and Focus Features in the United States.

What was the budget for The Eagle?

The Eagle was made on a budget of $25,000,000.

How much did The Eagle make at the box office?

The Eagle grossed $27,122,040 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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