Quick Summary
Set during the American War of Independence, a retired soldier embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance after British forces kill his son without provocation. The story unfolds as a gritty action‑adventure, driven by his determination to confront his enemies.
About This Program ✦
The Patriot is presented as a programme in the form of a movie. It falls within the action‑adventure genre, offering a narrative that combines elements of combat and personal quest. The work is classified as a programme, specifically a film, and is identified as an action‑adventure production. It is marketed as a programme and is presented as a film that blends historical context with action sequences. The central storyline follows a retired soldier who, after his son is killed in an unprovoked attack by British forces, embarks on a campaign of retribution. The murder occurs amid the broader conflict of the American War of Independence, and the protagonist's motive is driven by the loss of his child. His pursuit of vengeance drives the narrative forward. The setting of the tale is anchored in the period of the American War of Independence, providing a historical backdrop for the personal vendetta. The narrative concentrates on the soldier's determination to avenge his son, highlighting the clash between individual grievance and the larger wartime environment. The backdrop emphasizes the turbulent era, while the personal motive underscores the soldier's resolve. As an action‑adventure, the programme incorporates sequences of conflict and pursuit that align with the revenge plot. The focus remains on the retired soldier's quest, illustrating his transition from a life of service to one defined by personal retaliation against the British forces responsible for his son's death. The storyline follows his efforts to confront the perpetrators, maintaining the action‑adventure structure throughout.
The Patriot broadcasts on Sky Cinema Superman at 1:20pm, Friday, 6 February 2026. (Subtitles)


