“The Scorpion King” (2002)

“The Scorpion King” (2002) is a fantasy action-adventure film that serves as a prequel to “The Mummy” franchise. Directed by Chuck Russell and starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in his first leading role, the film explores the origins of Mathayus, the character who would eventually become the fearsome Scorpion King.
Set in ancient times, “The Scorpion King” follows the story of Mathayus (Dwayne Johnson), a skilled assassin hired to kill the sorcerer who aids the tyrannical warlord Memnon (Steven Brand) in his quest to conquer the known world. However, when Mathayus captures the sorcerer, Cassandra (Kelly Hu), he learns that she is being held against her will. As Mathayus begins to protect her, he decides to take down Memnon and his army to prevent further destruction. The movie is filled with epic battles, ancient magic, and a classic tale of heroism as Mathayus rises to become a legend.