**_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…
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.
Top Cast
Antonio Banderas
Ahmed Ibh Fahdlan
Diane Venora
Queen Weilew
Dennis Storhøi
Herger (Joyous)
Vladimir Kulich
Buliwyf
Omar Sharif
Melchisidek
Anders T. Andersen
Wigliff (King's Son)
Richard Bremmer
Skeld (Superstitious)
Tony Curran
Weath (Musician)
Mischa Hausserman
Rethel (Archer)
Neil Maffin
Roneth
Asbjørn 'Bear' Riis
Halga (Wise)
Clive Russell
Helfdane (Fat)
Daniel Southern
Edgtho (Silent)
Oliver Sveinall
Haltaf (Boy)
Sven Wollter
King Hrothgar
Albie Woodington
Hyglak (Quarrelsome)
Reviews
**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…
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…
FAQ about The 13th Warrior
What is The 13th Warrior about?
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.
When was The 13th Warrior released?
The 13th Warrior was released in 1999.
What genres does The 13th Warrior belong to?
The 13th Warrior is categorised as Adventure, History, Action.
Who stars in The 13th Warrior?
The cast of The 13th Warrior includes Antonio Banderas, Diane Venora, Dennis Storhøi, Vladimir Kulich, Omar Sharif.