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Desert Warrior

2025 2 h 7 min Action · Drama · History

A 7th-century Arabian princess and a bandit lead a tribal uprising against a ruthless emperor in this historical action epic.

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About the film

One warrior must unite them all.

What it’s about

In 7th-century Arabia, Princess Hind refuses to become a concubine for Emperor Kisra II and flees into the desert with her father. There she meets the bandit Hani, a master of combat. Together they set out to unite the warring Arab tribes against Kisra's forces.

What hooks you

Anthony Mackie stars as the bandit, with Aiysha Hart as the princess turned warrior. The film is directed by Rupert Wyatt. It draws on the historic Battle of Dhi Qar, a turning point in Arab-Persian relations.

Who it’s for

It is a good pick for those who like sweeping historical epics with desert warfare, tribal politics, and a strong female lead. It will appeal to viewers who enjoy action driven by character alliances and large-scale battle sequences.

Technical details
Countries
United States, Saudi Arabia
Year
2025
Genres
Action, Drama, History
Running time
2h 7min
Age rating
16+
MPAA
R
World premiere
Sep 28, 2025
Box office (world)$759,228

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 120 votes
4.8 /10
IMDb
3.78,923
Kinopoisk
5.53,258
Your rating —
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1 · Didn't land 10 · Masterpiece

Creative team

All 9
Director Rupert Wyatt
Starring
  1. 01 Anthony Mackie Bandit
  2. 02 Aiysha Hart Hind
  3. 03 Sami Bouajila Hani
  4. 04 Sharlto Copley Jalabzeen
  5. 05 Ben Kingsley Emperor Kisra II
  6. 06 Ghassan Massoud Al-Numan · King Numan
  7. 07 Lamis Ammar Medicine Woman
  8. 08 Ramsey Faragallah Ibn Qabisah

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