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The 13th Warrior (1999)

R 102 min  -  Action | Adventure | Fantasy  -   27 August 1999 (USA)
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In AD 922, an important emissary who is banished from his homeland. The nomadic outcast comes across... See full summary »

Writers:

Michael Crichton (novel), William Wisher Jr. (screenplay), and 1 more credit »
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Antonio Banderas ...
Vladimir Kulich ...
Dennis Storhøi ...
Herger - Joyous (as Dennis Storhoi)
Daniel Southern Daniel Southern ...
Edgtho - Silent
Neil Maffin Neil Maffin ...
Roneth
John DeSantis John DeSantis ...
Ragnar - Dour (as John Desantis)
Clive Russell Clive Russell ...
Helfdane - Fat
Mischa Hausserman Mischa Hausserman ...
Rethel - Archer
Oliver Sveinall Oliver Sveinall ...
Haltaf - Boy
Asbjørn 'Bear' Riis Asbjørn 'Bear' Riis ...
Halga - Wise (as Asbjorn Riis)
Richard Bremmer Richard Bremmer ...
Skeld - Superstitious
Tony Curran ...
Weath - Musician
Albie Woodington Albie Woodington ...
Omar Sharif ...
Melchisidek
Erick Avari ...
Caravan Leader (as Eric Avari)
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Storyline

In AD 922, an important emissary who is banished from his homeland. The nomadic outcast comes across a band of Norse warriors who coerce him into joining them when they are summoned to fight mysterious creatures legendary for consuming every living thing in their path. Eventually surrounded by the frightening and ferocious foe, Ibn must conquer his personal fears and help battle the illusive invaders--who emerge out of the shroud of fog in the black of the night. Written by Anthony Pereyra {hypersonic91@yahoo.com}  

Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis

Plot Keywords:

Viking | Warrior | Arab | Battle | Combat  | See more »

Taglines:

Prey for the living. See more »

Genres:

Action | Adventure | Fantasy

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for bloody battles and carnage See all certifications »

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English | Latin (only a few words) | Swedish | Norse, Old | Danish

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Den 13:e krigaren See more »

Filming Locations:

British Columbia, Canada See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$85,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$10,267,756 (USA) (29 August 1999) (2306 Screens)

Gross:

$32,698,899 (USA)
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Company Credits

Production Co:

Touchstone Pictures See more »
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

Sound Mix:

DTS  | Dolby Digital  | SDDS

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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Trivia

In John McTiernan's original cut there was no final duel between Bulywyf and the leader of the Wendol. See more »

Goofs

Revealing mistakes: Right after Herger says to Ahmed Ibn Fahdlan, "Relax, little brother, there are more", Ibn runs his sword through a monster. The sword seems to be sticking out of the monster's back but if you look closely you'll see that he is only holding the sword under his armpit. See more »

Quotes

[after the battle is over, Ahmed sleeps with Olga]
Herger the Joyous: Did she finish you off or bring you back to life?
Ahmed Ibn Fahdlan: A gentleman doesn't discuss such things.
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