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The Scorpion King (2002)

โ€œWarrior. Legend. King.โ€

5.6/10 ยท 3,442 votes 1h 32m pg-13 ActionFantasyAdventureDrama

#142 of 154 films from 2002 #1979 of 2168 in action

Directed by Chuck Russell ยท Written by Stephen Sommers, William Osborne, David Hayter

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Overview

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.

Cast

Dwayne Johnsonas Mathayus / The Scorpion King
Steven Brandas Memnon
Michael Clarke Duncanas Balthazar
Kelly Huas Cassandra
Bernard Hillas Philos
Grant Heslovas Arpid
Peter Facinellias Takmet
Ralf Moelleras Thorak
Branscombe Richmondas Jesup
Roger Reesas King Pheron
Sherri Howardas Queen Isis
Conrad Robertsas Chieftain
Joseph Ruskinas Tribal Leader
Esteban Cuetoas Third Akkadian

Facts

Release dateApril 18, 2002
Runtime92 min (1h 32m) โ€” shorter as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$60,000,000
Box office$165,333,180 (2.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt0277296

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Questions

How long is The Scorpion King?
The Scorpion King runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Is The Scorpion King worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.6/10 across 3,442 votes, which places it #142 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 8%) and #1979 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Scorpion King?
The Scorpion King was directed by Chuck Russell. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Mask (1994), The Blob (1988), A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987).
Who stars in The Scorpion King?
Dwayne Johnson as Mathayus / The Scorpion King; Steven Brand as Memnon; Michael Clarke Duncan as Balthazar; Kelly Hu as Cassandra; Bernard Hill as Philos; Grant Heslov as Arpid.
What is The Scorpion King rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Scorpion King?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31258.

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