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DirectorChuck Russell
Runtime1h 32m · PG-13
GenresAction · Adventure · Fantasy
Release2002-04-18
Film
The Scorpion King
2002· PG-13· 1h 32m· Action· Adventure· Fantasy
“Warrior. Legend. King.”
In ancient Egypt, Mathayus, a resourceful peasant, is enlisted to seek vengeance on Memnon and the sorceress Cassandra, who threaten Balthazar's village. Amidst treacheries and deceptions, Mathayus navigates a labyrinth of political intrigue and personal vendettas, emerging as a reluctant warrior in a tale of power, betrayal, and redemption.
2002-04-18
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Key Crew
DirectorChuck Russell
ScreenplayDavid Hayter
ProducerJames Jacks
Director of PhotographyJohn R. Leonetti
Original Music ComposerJohn Debney
EditorGreg Parsons
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Details
Released2002-04-18
Runtime1h 32m · PG-13
StatusReleased
StudiosUniversal Pictures · Alphaville Films · Kalima Productions
Budget$60M
Box office$165M
LanguagesEnglish · German · Italian · Thai
CountriesUnited States of America · Germany
Rating5.6/10 · 3406 votes
Original languageen
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