A Knight's Tale: William vs. Colville Jousting Scene (Heath Ledger)

William (Heath Ledger) straps in to joust against Colville (James Purefoy).
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After serving a number of years as a squire, an earnest young commoner poses as a knight and establishes himself in the jousting tournaments of Europe. He and a princess fall in love, but she is unaware of his deceit and common roots. The false knight is estranged from the princess once his true roots are revealed. He struggles to amend their relationship.

[Gorbihn]

The look on the Princes face as he realizes he has s challenger is one of the most wholesome things I’ve ever seen.

[Darkskyable]

The way he says "Lance!" Is awesome.

[rmills]

"Your men love you. If I knew nothing about you that would be enough"
What a story of effort, manly honor and character. Plus an awesome sound track

[aznfattass]

Younger I thought Heath was the best part of this movie.

Now I still think he is, but every other actor was also phenomenal. Entire cast was perfect.

[stespin]

"Defender of his enormous manhood, a shining example of chivalry and champagne"
I want that sculpted on my tombstone 🤣

[andrewl]

The look on Prince Edwards face when he saw someone wanted to finally complete against him is priceless.

[rodrigoantoniorojo]

It's supposed that is only a "romantic comedy" movie, but the screenwriter show us a great lesson. "A real Knight attack when others withdraw, but also show mercy to protect the honor of his rival". I love that message

[VivaLaDnDLogs]

Love the way they bring this back around in the end. Both times these two have met, they have sought only to be seen & treated as equals to any other man. Both times, they have granted the other the chance to stand as an equal to their fellow man.

[tarnocdoino]

This was such a perfect oddity of a movie. I’ve watched for many years. Loved this scene.

[Gwydion_Wolf]

"He knowingly endangers himself" --- A line that has so many different meanings and describes so many different situations in which people try to 'pass the blame' away from someone who gets injured for whatever reason.

[Vanic]

The movie that taught many a child that being a Knight is about one's character, not their status.

[J_Rossi]

I love that this is the kindness Prince Edward later repays. Allowing a chance for competition instead of "running" due to status.

[tarquimSuperbus]

Let's just appreciate they way he yells "lance!"

[KesselRunner]

I will gladly die on the hill that James Purefoy is the best Bond we never had.

[skkhoo]

Excellent cast and writing aside, Paul Bettany as Chaucer just kills it in this movie.

"Oh, my giddy aunt!" always cracks me up! :)

[nateb]

This is oddly one of my top 5 favorite movies of all time. I watch it at least 5x a year. every time I am sick in bed this is my go to

[The_HoochGoblin]

"We're English Geoff, we know who he is" LOL

[radicalxg]

The insane casting of this movie, so many good actors in it

[mandomercs]

Love the end when they both punch their heart to each other. Such honour and respect

[leotwist]

When everyone else surrenders: "my day is ruined and my disappointment is inmensurable "
When William charges at him: "finally a worthy opponent, our battle will be legendary "