The Scorpion King

The Scorpion King

2002 · 92 min · EN · PG-13 · 5.6 (3,487 votes)
Dir. Chuck Russell · Starring Dwayne Johnson, Steven Brand, Michael Clarke Duncan, Kelly Hu, Bernard Hill, Grant Heslov · Music John Debney · The Scorpion King Collection

“Warrior. Legend. King.”

ActionAdventureFantasy

In ancient Egypt, peasant Mathayus is hired to exact revenge on the powerful Memnon and the sorceress Cassandra, who are ready to overtake Balthazar's village. Amid betrayals, thieves, abductions and more, Mathayus strives to bring justice to his complicated world.

VIBE

This is a high-energy, no-holds-barred adventure that feels like a Saturday morning cartoon for adults. Expect a relentless barrage of sword fights, larger-than-life characters, and a distinctly early 2000s action movie swagger. It's pure, unpretentious fun, embracing its pulpy roots with gusto.

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