The 13th Warrior vs The Message

The Message has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.7/10 for The 13th Warrior). The 13th Warrior is the shorter watch at 1h 42m compared with 3h 26m. The Message is the older of the two (1976 against 1999). Both are action, adventure, history movies, so they suit a similar mood.

The 13th Warrior posterThe 13th Warrior1999 VS The Message posterThe Message1976
The 13th WarriorThe Message
Audience score★ 6.7/10★ 8.5/10
Year19991976
Length1h 42m3h 26m
GenresAction, Adventure, HistoryAction, Adventure, Drama, History
Country––
DirectorJohn McTiernanMoustapha Akkad
Main castClive Russell, Antonio Banderas, Tony Curran, Diane Venora, Vladimir KulichDamien Thomas, Martin Benson, Abdallah Ghaith, Ali Ahmed Salem, Mohamed El Arabi

Synopsis

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.

The Message

In sixth-century Mecca, Prophet Muhammad receives his first revelation from God as a messenger. Three years later, he's not alone in his quest and publicly declares his prophecy. Muhammad is fought by Abu Sufian and his wife Hind, rulers of Mecca. Muhammad's followers are hunted and tortured but he continues his calling.

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