Screenplay data
Conor MacLeod, an immortal warrior born in 15th century Scotland, is introduced in the present day as Richard Taupin, an antique dealer, who is targeted by another immortal, The Knight. After being mortally wounded in a clan battle, Conor miraculously recovers, leading to his banishment and subsequent training by the immortal Spaniard Juan Cid Romirez, who explains the rules of their existence: they can only be killed by decapitation and must fight until only one remains to claim “The Prize.” In the present, historian Brenna Cartwright investigates the mysterious beheadings linked to Taupin, gradually uncovering his true identity and the ancient conflict between immortals. The Knight, a ruthless immortal who killed Romirez centuries ago, escalates his attacks, forcing Taupin to confront his past and protect Brenna, who has become deeply involved in his dangerous world. In a final confrontation at the Jefferson Memorial, Taupin defeats The Knight, claiming The Prize and gaining ultimate knowledge, which he chooses to share with Brenna as they reunite, embracing a future where humanity can benefit from his newfound wisdom.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Highlander follows the immortal Conor MacLeod across centuries as he confronts the mysterious Knight and navigates the modern-day investigation led by historian Brenna.
Open full beat sheetConor MacLeod is listed as Protagonist. An immortal warrior born in 15th century Scotland. In the parsed data, Conor MacLeod is connected to 69 scenes, 91 dialogue lines, 93 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
69 scenes / 91 dialogue linesBrenna Cartwright is listed as Supporting. A historian at the Smithsonian who becomes involved with Conor. In the parsed data, Brenna Cartwright is connected to 62 scenes, 60 dialogue lines, 61 text mentions, first appearing around scene 12.
62 scenes / 60 dialogue linesThe Knight is listed as Antagonist. An ancient, ruthless immortal seeking to be the last of his kind. In the parsed data, The Knight is connected to 16 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
16 scenes / 8 dialogue linesDetective Lt. Moran is listed as Antagonist/Investigator. A police detective investigating the headless murders. In the parsed data, Detective Lt. Moran is connected to 11 scenes, 16 dialogue lines, 16 text mentions, first appearing around scene 13.
11 scenes / 16 dialogue linesJuan Cid Romirez is listed as Mentor. An immortal Spaniard who trains Conor. In the parsed data, Juan Cid Romirez is connected to 8 scenes, 29 dialogue lines, 29 text mentions, first appearing around scene 41.
8 scenes / 29 dialogue linesKahn is listed as Supporting. An immortal friend of Conor. In the parsed data, Kahn is connected to 4 scenes, 20 dialogue lines, 23 text mentions, first appearing around scene 50.
4 scenes / 20 dialogue linesMulet is listed as Supporting. An immortal soldier encountered by Conor during his time as Major Dupont. In the parsed data, Mulet is connected to 2 scenes, first appearing around scene 89.
2 scenes / 0 dialogue linesA man waits in an alley and is beheaded by another man.
Conor MacLeodConor prepares to leave for battle with his family.
Conor MacLeodHorsemen arrive at the cottage.
Conor MacLeodThe Knight prepares for battle.
The KnightThe killer examines the body.
Conor MacLeodClansmen prepare for battle in the fog.
Conor MacLeodThe Knight descends into the mist.
The KnightThe battle ensues and Conor is wounded by the Knight.
Conor MacLeod, The KnightPolice arrive at the scene of the murder.
Conor MacLeod, Detective Lt. MoranConor receives last rites.
Conor MacLeodA vassal checks on the dying boy.
Conor MacLeodPolice and Brenna investigate the crime scene.
Conor MacLeod, Brenna Cartwright, Detective Lt. MoranMoran interrogates Taupin.
Conor MacLeod, Detective Lt. MoranTaupin leaves the station.
Conor MacLeodA traveler learns of Conor's miraculous recovery.
Conor MacLeodMara rejects Conor.
Conor MacLeodTaupin returns to his shop.
Conor MacLeodBrenna confronts Taupin.
Conor MacLeod, Brenna CartwrightBrenna discusses Taupin with her colleagues.
Brenna CartwrightVillagers shun Conor.
Conor MacLeodConor leaves his home.
Conor MacLeodBrenna researches Taupin.
Brenna CartwrightTaupin senses danger.
Conor MacLeodTaupin fights an intruder.
Conor MacLeodBrenna drives into the town of Church Hill.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna searches for Taupin in a phone book.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna enters the records office.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna finds Richard Taupin's birth certificate.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna interviews Dr. Kidell about Richard Taupin.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna visits her Uncle Joe at a police line-up.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna discusses the Taupin case with Dennis.
Brenna CartwrightDetective Moran investigates a headless body.
Detective Lt. MoranMoran confronts Taupin about the murders.
Conor MacLeod, Detective Lt. MoranBrenna researches Taupin's motor vehicle records.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna gets a map of Delaware.
Brenna CartwrightTaupin and Brenna meet at the grave; The Knight attacks.
Conor MacLeod, The Knight, Brenna CartwrightTaupin and Brenna flee.
Conor MacLeod, Brenna CartwrightTaupin leaves Brenna in the church.
Conor MacLeod, Brenna CartwrightConor works in his shop.
Conor MacLeodRomirez arrives at Conor's shop.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezRomirez reveals knowledge of Conor's past.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezRomirez tells Conor they are immortal.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezBrenna decides not to enter the police station.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna listens to messages, including one from The Knight.
The Knight, Brenna CartwrightConor wakes up after being stabbed.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezRomirez explains the rules of the game.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezMr. North shows Taupin the farmhouse grounds.
Conor MacLeod, Detective Lt. MoranTaupin inspects the dusty farmhouse interior.
Conor MacLeod, Detective Lt. MoranBrenna sits alone at a bar and is approached by a man.
Brenna CartwrightTaupin meets Kahn at a pub.
Conor MacLeod, KahnKahn and Taupin reminisce about the past.
Conor MacLeod, KahnTaupin and Kahn break into the zoo.
Conor MacLeod, KahnKahn and Taupin discuss life and immortality.
Conor MacLeod, KahnBrenna leaves the bar.
Brenna CartwrightThe Knight stalks Brenna.
The Knight, Brenna CartwrightBrenna escapes the Knight at an art auction.
The Knight, Brenna CartwrightBrenna flees to the Metro.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna escapes on a train.
The Knight, Brenna CartwrightBrenna arrives at Taupin's home.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna confronts Taupin about the Knight.
Conor MacLeod, Brenna CartwrightRomirez trains Conor.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezRomirez teaches Conor about the nature of their existence.
Conor MacLeod, Juan Cid RomirezThe Knight attacks Romirez.
The Knight, Juan Cid RomirezConor senses Romirez's death.
Conor MacLeodThe Knight leaves the scene.
The KnightConor discovers Romirez's body.
Conor MacLeodBrenna asks for help researching the photo.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna and the librarian search for information.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna discovers her notebook is missing.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna confronts Detective Moran.
Brenna Cartwright, Detective Lt. MoranThe Knight sits in the back of a church, quietly repeating the procession of faith in Latin while a priest celebrates mass.
The KnightConor experiences a nightmare in a surreal graveyard where he is trapped by skeletons.
Conor MacLeodTaupin wakes up from his nightmare in a desk chair.
Conor MacLeodBrenna drives her sedan down a highway.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna notices she is being followed.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna pulls over and the car behind her passes.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna realizes the car is still following her.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna loses the car following her.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna gathers information in Worstick.
Brenna CartwrightBrenna locates the farmhouse.
Brenna CartwrightYou must be. You have responsibilities. You must learn the rules. You can never attract attention to yourself, never show the side that will draw others to you. You will always know when you are in the presence of another. Beware. But more importantly Conor MacLeod, will be your battle against time. In the coming years you will see kingdoms rise then rot like wheat. People will become a transitory, pathetic lot. The only constant you will know will be the others and the tradition their greed and quest represent. But life without morality, without the ability to truly taste the sweetness of wine and love, is no life at all. That is how the others exist. Nothing more than walking corpses living only to slaughter each other in an insane quest to be the last. Keep your soul sewed to the earth. Do not become one of them.
But there's more. Wednesday someone played javelin with the cemetary curator in Felton, Delaware. Some locals spotted two cars with D.C. plates and surprise surprise, they turn out to be registered to our own Brenna Cartwright and the ever popular Richard Taupin.
The only real difficulty comes in changing over the ownership of property I've aquired. That requires certain records and most importantly a personal appearance at the county seat in Gettysburg. But that's where you come in.
But then rides up Pope Pius who calmly brushes the dust from his papal cross, climbs off his papal horse, draws his papal sword and asks just what the hell is going on. And what did Neuvich, dear dear drunken Neuvich do?
There was a Count. Count Dusan. He would invite the local peasants to his chateau, fill them full of wine, then slice their bellies so he could reuse it. The symmetry of that somehow always appealed to me.
Well, the man of the hour that we all would like to talk to about now has apparently skipped town. And all of a sudden the Smithsonian's ambulence chaser is an expert on missing persons.
It will be horrible. The future. I may die tomorrow or 10,000 tomorrows. I can promise you nothing. Nothing but a moment. Maybe two. But a moment of love, is that not worth a lifetime?
There is an imperfection. For all your healing, if your head ever leaves your neck, you are dead. You can survive anything but steel against your threat. Then it is over. The end.
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