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Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

2010Movie1 h 56 minPG-13

52
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Letterboxd2.6/5Metacritic506.8Rotten Tomatoes37%58%

A thrilling, fast-paced adventure movie about fantasy and games.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something quiet and calm

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Not for big ideas, scares or tears.

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Story

Defy the Future

A rogue prince reluctantly joins forces with a mysterious princess and together, they race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time – gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.

Feels like

  • High-Octane Action Fantasy
  • Video Game Adaptation
  • Exotic Desert Adventure
  • Time-Bending Magic
  • Blockbuster Spectacle
  • Charming Rogue Protagonist
  • Nostalgic Gaming Roots
  • Light Romantic Subplot
  • Visually Grandiose

Cast

22 of 22

Crew

Directed by
Mike Newell
Written by
Boaz Yakin, Carlo Bernard, Doug Miro
Produced by
Jerry Bruckheimer
Music by
Harry Gregson-Williams

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Facts

May 19, 2010 · 1 h 56 min · PG-13

Released
May 19, 2010
Runtime
1 h 56 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Adventure, Fantasy, Action
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$200 million
Box office
$336 million
Available in
101 countries
Keywords
based on video game

Tropes

A Minor Kidroduction, Scenery Porn, The Queen's Latin +9

  • A Minor Kidroduction
  • Scenery Porn
  • The Queen's Latin
  • A Light in the Distance
  • The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything
  • What Measure Is a Mook?
  • Dying Moment of Awesome
  • Dawn Attack
  • Adrenaline Time
  • Those Two Guys
  • A Match Made in Stockholm
  • Flechette Storm

12 of 102 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time?"

Questions about Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time?

Disney+

In the United States, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time streams on Disney+. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 89 other countries.

Is Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52 (IMDb 6.5, Letterboxd 2.6 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 37%, and Metacritic 50). Audiences rate it higher (61 out of 100) than critics (44).

Is Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

Can I half-watch Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: spectacle (8 of 10) and intrigue (6 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

What tropes does Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time use?

A Minor KidroductionScenery PornThe Queen's LatinA Light in the DistanceThe Pirates Who Don't Do AnythingWhat Measure Is a Mook?Dying Moment of AwesomeDawn AttackAdrenaline TimeThose Two GuysA Match Made in StockholmFlechette Stormand 90 more

TV Tropes lists 102 tropes for it, including A Minor Kidroduction, Scenery Porn, and The Queen's Latin.