Top 9 Films About Amazons

Description: Red Sonja, a warrior seeking revenge, embodies the Amazonian archetype with her strength and combat skills, making this film a classic in the genre.

Fact: Brigitte Nielsen, who played Red Sonja, was a former model and had no prior acting experience before this role. The film was loosely based on the comic book character created by Robert E. Howard.

Description: Though not explicitly about Amazons, the film features a warrior queen, Cassandra, who embodies the Amazonian traits of leadership and combat prowess.

Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson made his starring film debut in this movie. The character of Cassandra was played by Kelly Hu, who is known for her martial arts skills.

Description: This film introduces Diana Prince, an Amazonian princess-warrior, who leaves her sheltered island home to fight in World War I, embodying the Amazonian spirit of strength and justice.

Fact: Gal Gadot, who plays Wonder Woman, is a former Miss Israel and trained in martial arts for the role. The film was the first superhero movie directed by a woman, Patty Jenkins.

Description: While not directly about Amazons, this film features the demigod Hercules, whose mother is an Amazonian queen, highlighting the Amazonian heritage in Greek mythology.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Hercules 3D" and was released in RealD 3D. It was not well-received critically but has a cult following for its action sequences.

Description: Continuing Diana's journey, this sequel explores themes of greed and power, with Diana facing new challenges in the 1980s, showcasing the enduring legacy of the Amazons.

Fact: The film features the return of Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, despite his character's death in the first film, through a magical twist. The movie was shot in various locations including the Canary Islands and Washington D.C.

Description: Set in ancient Rome, this film follows a group of Amazonian women who are captured and forced to fight as gladiators, showcasing their resilience and warrior spirit.

Fact: The film stars Patrick Bergin, known for his role in "Sleeping with the Enemy," and was directed by Zachary Weintraub, who also directed "The Last Legion."

Description: This fantasy film tells the story of a princess who must fight to save her kingdom, echoing the themes of Amazonian warriors defending their land.

Fact: The film was originally released as a made-for-television movie in the U.S. before being released internationally. It features a young Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, known for his roles in martial arts films.

Description: This Italian film directly focuses on the Amazons, depicting their society and battles, offering a unique perspective on these legendary warriors.

Fact: The film was directed by Terence Young, known for directing several James Bond films. It was one of the first films to explore the Amazonian myth in a feature-length format.

Description: A documentary exploring the historical and mythological aspects of the Amazons, providing insight into their cultural impact and real-life inspirations.

Fact: This documentary was part of the History Channel's "Warriors" series, which explored various warrior cultures from around the world.