Prey for the living.
A Muslim ambassador exiled from his homeland joins a group of Vikings, initially offended by their behavior but growing to respect them. As they travel together, they learn of a legendary evil closing in and must unite to confront this formidable force.
The 13th Warrior (1999) is a adventure, history and action film directed by John McTiernan, released on August 13, 1999 with a runtime of 1h 43m. It stars Antonio Banderas, Diane Venora, Dennis Storhøi and Vladimir Kulich. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 2,128 ratings.
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Antonio Banderas
as Ahmed Ibh Fahdlan
Diane Venora
as Queen Weilew
Dennis Storhøi
as Herger (Joyous)
Vladimir Kulich
as Buliwyf
Omar Sharif
as Melchisidek
Anders T. Andersen
as Wigliff (King's Son)
Richard Bremmer
as Skeld (Superstitious)
Tony Curran
as Weath (Musician)
Mischa Hausserman
as Rethel (Archer)
Neil Maffin
as Roneth
Asbjørn 'Bear' Riis
as Halga (Wise)
Clive Russell
as Helfdane (Fat)
Directed by John McTiernan, written by Warren Lewis, Michael Crichton and William Wisher, produced by Ned Dowd, Michael Crichton and John McTiernan.
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 2,128 ratings.
**_Good Viking Adventure -- Could've Been Great_** The story of "The 13th Warrior" (1999) comes from Michael Crichton's novel "The Eaters of the Dead" which combines the legend of Beowulf with a historical account of an Arab diplomat who meets and dwells with the Vikings after being banished from his homeland due to an adulterous liaison. Antonio Banderas stars as the Arab while the hulking Vladimir Kulich heads…
Reviewed on April 26, 2021
**Overall: Ignore the reviews. The 13th Warrior is the best Viking epic of all time!** The greatest historical Viking battle epic you never heard of. Just like Jurassic Park and Westworld, The 13th Warrior is based on a Michael Crichton book and boasts an incredible action director, John McTiernan (Die Hard, Predator), Antonio Banderas as the leading man at the top of his career, excellent practical effects and…
Reviewed on August 19, 2022
This is my kind of film, and so despite that rather dodgy casting of Antonio Banderas - indeed, the pretty ropey casting throughout - I still rather enjoyed it. Banderas is a gentle poet whose eye wanders at the court of the Caliph. That earns him a new job as ambassador to the Northmen and so off he rides, with his sagely friend "Melchisadek" (a few scenes from Omar Sharif). His arrival at their camp is greeted…
Reviewed on May 16, 2023
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The main cast of The 13th Warrior (1999) includes Antonio Banderas, Diane Venora, Dennis Storhøi, Vladimir Kulich and Omar Sharif. The film was directed by John McTiernan. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The 13th Warrior was released on August 13, 1999 and runs for 1h 43m.
The 13th Warrior (1999) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 2,128 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, history and action films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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