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The Scorpion King

2002Movie1 h 32 minPG-13

46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5Metacritic455.5Rotten Tomatoes40%38%

A thrilling, violent action movie about fantasy.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for warmth, big ideas or tears.

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Story

Warrior. Legend. King.

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.

Feels like

  • Classic Sword-and-Sandal Adventure
  • Pure Action Escapism
  • Mythological Fantasy
  • Nostalgic Blockbuster
  • Spectacle-Driven
  • Straightforward Hero's Journey
  • Stylized Ancient World
  • Family-Friendly Thrills
  • Fun & Accessible
  • Visual Effects Showcase

Cast

24 of 52

Crew

Directed by
Chuck Russell
Written by
David Hayter, Stephen Sommers, Jonathan Hales
Produced by
Stephen Sommers, James Jacks, Sean Daniel
Music by
John Debney

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Facts

April 18, 2002 · 1 h 32 min · PG-13

Released
April 18, 2002
Runtime
1 h 32 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence
Genres
Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Original language
English
Also spoken
German, Italian, Thai
Made in
United States, Germany
Budget
$60 million
Box office
$165 million
Available in
102 countries

Tropes

Designated Girl Fight, And Now You Must Marry Me, Prochronic Product +9

  • Designated Girl Fight
  • And Now You Must Marry Me
  • Prochronic Product
  • Action Girl
  • Royal Harem
  • Happy Ending Override
  • Blown Across the Room
  • Non-Action Big Bad
  • I Choose to Stay
  • Slashed Throat
  • Agent Mulder
  • Title Drop

12 of 162 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Scorpion King?"

Questions about The Scorpion King

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Scorpion King?

PeacockPhiloStarzPeacock Premium+

In the United States, The Scorpion King streams on Peacock, Philo, and Starz. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 56 other countries.

Is The Scorpion King worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 40%, and Metacritic 45).

Is The Scorpion King okay for kids?

PG-13Violence

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch The Scorpion King?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

What tropes does The Scorpion King use?

Designated Girl FightAnd Now You Must Marry MeProchronic ProductAction GirlRoyal HaremHappy Ending OverrideBlown Across the RoomNon-Action Big BadI Choose to StaySlashed ThroatAgent MulderTitle Dropand 150 more

TV Tropes lists 162 tropes for it, including Designated Girl Fight, And Now You Must Marry Me, and Prochronic Product.