The 10 Best Swashbuckler Movies of All Time According to Collider

The swashbuckler genre dates back to the days of the Romanticism movement and features stories that traditionally centered around noble swordsmen or dashing vigilantes who have a strong sense of honor and justice. The genre was initially popularized by the works of French author, Alexandre Dumas, notably The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, and like many beloved novels and compelling stories, eventually found its way to the silver screen. Classic stars such as Douglas Fairbanks Sr., Errol Flynn, and Tyrone Power were some of cinema's earliest actors who established the traditional swashbuckler, starring in films including The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Crimson Pirate, and The Mark of Zorro. The genre continues to produce exciting entries, such as The Princess Bride and The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.