Top 10 Ancient Artefact Action Films

Description: This classic film follows Indiana Jones as he races against Nazis to find the Ark of the Covenant, an ancient artefact with immense power. Its blend of action, adventure, and historical intrigue makes it a cornerstone of this genre.

Fact: The boulder chase scene was inspired by a similar sequence in the 1954 film "Secret of the Incas." Also, the film was originally titled "Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark."

Description: In this sequel to "Romancing the Stone," Joan Wilder and Jack Colton search for El Dorado, a legendary city of gold, encountering ancient artefacts and traps along the way.

Fact: The film was shot in Mexico, and some scenes were filmed in the actual ruins of Palenque. Michael Douglas performed many of his own stunts.

Description: In this modern take on the classic tale, adventurer Rick O'Connell battles an ancient Egyptian curse and the resurrected mummy, Imhotep, to protect an ancient artefact known as the Book of the Dead.

Fact: The film was shot in Morocco, where the crew had to deal with sandstorms, which were incorporated into the movie for authenticity. Also, Brendan Fraser performed many of his own stunts.

Description: This prequel to "The Mummy Returns" features Mathayus, an Akkadian warrior, seeking an ancient artefact to defeat the evil sorcerer Memnon.

Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson made his feature film debut with this movie. The film also used real scorpions for some scenes, which were digitally enhanced.

Description: Dirk Pitt, a treasure hunter, and his team search for a lost Confederate ironclad ship, leading them to an ancient artefact and a modern-day conspiracy.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Clive Cussler, who had a cameo in the movie. The production faced numerous challenges, including shooting in the harsh desert environment.

Description: Ben Gates, a treasure hunter, follows clues left by the Founding Fathers to find a treasure hidden by the Knights Templar, which includes ancient artefacts like the Declaration of Independence.

Fact: The film's plot was inspired by real historical events and theories about hidden treasures. Also, the film's production team consulted with historians to ensure accuracy in depicting historical documents.

Description: Robert Langdon, a symbologist, and Sophie Neveu, a cryptologist, uncover a series of clues hidden in the works of Leonardo da Vinci, leading to an ancient artefact with the potential to shake the foundations of Christianity.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations including the Louvre Museum, where scenes were filmed after hours. The book was controversial, leading to protests and bans in some countries.

Description: Lara Croft embarks on a quest to find her father, leading her to an ancient artefact on a mythical island, facing numerous dangers along the way.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations including South Africa, which doubled for the fictional island of Yamatai. Alicia Vikander did most of her own stunts.

Description: While not strictly about an ancient artefact, this film involves a museum curator dealing with a creature unleashed by an ancient relic, blending horror with action.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. The creature was designed by Stan Winston, famous for his work on "Jurassic Park."

Description: Flynn Carsen, a bookish librarian, is tasked with retrieving an ancient artefact known as the Spear of Destiny, leading to a globe-trotting adventure.

Fact: The film spawned a successful TV movie franchise. The role of Flynn Carsen was originally offered to Brendan Fraser.