Hero vs The 13th Warrior
Hero has the higher audience score (7.5/10 against 6.7/10 for The 13th Warrior). Hero is the shorter watch at 1h 39m compared with 1h 42m. The 13th Warrior is the older of the two (1999 against 2002). Both are action, adventure, history movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Hero
The 13th Warrior| Hero | The 13th Warrior | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.5/10 | ★ 6.7/10 |
| Year | 2002 | 1999 |
| Length | 1h 39m | 1h 42m |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Drama, History | Action, Adventure, History |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Zhang Yimou | John McTiernan |
| Main cast | Jet Li, Zhang Ziyi, Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Donnie Yen | Clive Russell, Antonio Banderas, Tony Curran, Diane Venora, Vladimir Kulich |
Synopsis
Hero
During China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.
The 13th Warrior
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.
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