The Scorpion King
Originally released in 2009. The Scorpion King is a documentary/history film. At just 47 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mark Halliley
Synopsis
The Scorpion King: The King before Pharaohs. Learn more about the king who likely united ancient Egypt, organized the world’s earliest phonetic writing system, and inspired the creation of the pyramids. Mace heads, a stone mounted on a wooden shaft, were an early weapon of war. They were used like a club to strike enemies on the head. The scorpion mace head was too large to have been used as a weapon, and was clearly reserved for ceremonial purposes. Archaeologists believe they have found the tomb of the Scorpion King at the ancient burial site of Abydos. He was buried with 700 wine jars, several of which had come from as far away as ancient Palestine. The Scorpion King may have presided over the birth of phonetic writing earlier than any other civilization in the world—200 years before the first pharaohs.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2009
17 years ago
Runtime
0h 47m
47 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- National Geographic
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Scorpion King about?
The Scorpion King: The King before Pharaohs. Learn more about the king who likely united ancient Egypt, organized the world’s earliest phonetic writing system, and inspired the creation of the py...
How long is The Scorpion King?
The Scorpion King has a runtime of 0 hours and 47 minutes (47 minutes total).
When was The Scorpion King released?
The Scorpion King was released on January 1, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Scorpion King?
The main cast of The Scorpion King includes Mark Halliley.