Movies like The Scorpion King

Key Features:: Action-adventure, Ancient Egypt, Revenge, Heros journey, Prophecy, Sorcery, Warrior, Betrayal, Abduction, Justice, Swashbuckler, Mythology, Violence-moderate, Charismatic protagonist, Spin-off
Tone:: humorous, earnest, stylized
Target Audience:: Action fans, Adventure seekers, Fantasy enthusiasts, Popcorn entertainment viewers
Emotional Arc:: Determination → Conflict → Triumph

The Scorpion King

2002-04-18

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.

Genres

Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Drama

Cast

Dwayne Johnson, Steven Brand, Michael Clarke Duncan, Sherri Howard, Bernard Hill, Grant Heslov, Kelly Hu, Peter Facinelli, Ralf Moeller, Branscombe Richmond

Crew

Chuck Russell, Stephen Sommers, William Osborne, David Hayter

Rating

★5.594(3269 votes)