Movie

The Chestnut Soldier

★ 7.0(2)19912h 5m

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Good to know

Director: Pennant Roberts
Release date: 1991-11-20
Runtime: 2h 5m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: HTV

About The Chestnut Soldier

The Chestnut Soldier is a 1991 movie in the Fantasy, Drama and Family genres, directed by Pennant Roberts, starring Siân Phillips, Cal MacAninch and Osian Roberts. It has a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Chestnut Soldier in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Gwyn can feel danger coming in the wind. Somehow he knows the warnings have to do with the broken toy horse that holds the evil spirit of a prince who lived long ago. When Gwyn discovers that the prince's dark soul has escaped from the horse and is seeking revenge Gwyn, Emlyn, and Nia have to figure out how to save the mysterious soldier who claims to be Nia's distant cousin. With the help of the Snow Spider, can they recapture the prince's soul without hurting the Chestnut soldier?

Cast

Siân Phillips

Nain Griffiths

Cal MacAninch

Evan Llyr

Osian Roberts

Gwyn Griffiths

Lucy Donovan

Nia Lloyd

Stephanie Hull

Catrin Lloyd

Jill Richards

Betty Lloyd

Glan Davies

Iestyn Lloyd

Robert Blythe

Ivor Griffiths

Sharon Morgan

Glenys Griffiths

Gareth Thomas

Idris Llewelyn

Esyllt Harker

Elinor Llewelyn

Steffan Morris

Emlyn Llewelyn

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Chestnut Soldier in South Africa?+

The Chestnut Soldier is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Chestnut Soldier on Netflix?+

The Chestnut Soldier is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Chestnut Soldier?+

The Chestnut Soldier has a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

Who stars in The Chestnut Soldier?+

The Chestnut Soldier stars Siân Phillips, Cal MacAninch, Osian Roberts, Lucy Donovan and Stephanie Hull.

When did The Chestnut Soldier come out?+

The Chestnut Soldier is a 1991 movie directed by Pennant Roberts.

What genre is The Chestnut Soldier?+

The Chestnut Soldier is Fantasy, Drama, Family and Adventure film.

Who directed The Chestnut Soldier?+

The Chestnut Soldier was directed by Pennant Roberts.