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The Forbidden Kingdom
The battle for eternity is the fantasy of a lifetime.
2008·1h 44m·★ 6.7
An American teenager who is obsessed with Hong Kong cinema and kung-fu classics makes an extraordinary discovery in a Chinatown pawnshop: the legendary stick weapon of the Chinese sage and warrior, the Monkey King. With the lost relic in hand, the teenager unexpectedly finds himself travelling back to ancient China to join a crew of warriors from martial arts lore on a dangerous quest to free the imprisoned Monkey King.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A high-concept, momentum-led choice for a night when you want spectacle, movement, and a world larger than everyday life.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers looking for an energetic genre watch with bigger ideas or heightened stakes.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 44m
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Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.
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