The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior

The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior

2008Movie109 minEnglish

The heroic tale of young Mathayus and his relentless quest for justice against an evil and powerful villain, King Sargon. Mathayus faces heart-stopping tribulations during his adventurous, odds-defying trajectory toward his ultimate destiny: becoming the formidable warrior king of an ancient desert empire.

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IMDb5.1/10
Google Users43%
Director: Russell MulcahyGenres: Action, Fantasy, Adventure, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

This prequel to 'The Scorpion King' chronicles the early life of Mathayus, the future Scorpion King. After his father is murdered by the treacherous King Memnon, a young Mathayus is forced to flee and becomes a gladiator. He hones his skills and battles his way through brutal contests, driven by a thirst for vengeance and a desire to reclaim his birthright.

Critical Reception

The film was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, often criticized for its derivative plot, weak acting, and uninspired action sequences, failing to live up to the legacy of its predecessor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the charisma and entertainment value of the original film.
  • Features uninspired fight choreography and a predictable storyline.
  • Struggles with weak character development and a clunky narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's generic plot and unconvincing performances, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the franchise.

Fun Fact

Despite being a prequel, 'The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior' was released direct-to-video in most markets, bypassing a theatrical release.

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3 reviews
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

If you are expecting anything even vaguely connected to the “Mummy” films, or it’s “Scorpion King" spawn, then you’re in for a disappointment. Actually, you are probably in for one of those anyway as this flails along for just shy of two ho...
r96sk

r96sk

<em>'The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior'</em> kept me interested for longer than I thought it would, though in the end it is a film to forget. For what it is, a low-budget and low-quality flick, it isn't absolutely terrible, at least no...
Gimly

Gimly

A lower point than even _Tomb of the Dragon Emperor_. Made exactly one smart decision in its entire 109 minute runtime, and it was a financial one. _Final rating:★ - Of no value._