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1. Wishmaster (1997)
R | 90 min | Fantasy, Horror
A demonic djinn attempts to grant its owner three wishes, which will allow him to summon his brethren to Earth.
Director: Robert Kurtzman | Stars: Tammy Lauren, Andrew Divoff, Angus Scrimm, Ari Barak
Votes: 25,561 | Gross: $15.72M
2. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (2010)
PG-13 | 116 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A young fugitive prince and princess must stop a villain who unknowingly threatens to destroy the world with a special dagger that enables the magic sand inside to reverse time.
Director: Mike Newell | Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley, Alfred Molina
Votes: 304,833 | Gross: $90.76M
3. Alexander (2004)
R | 175 min | Action, Biography, Drama
Alexander, the King of Macedonia and one of the greatest army leaders in the history of warfare, conquers much of the known world.
Director: Oliver Stone | Stars: Colin Farrell, Anthony Hopkins, Rosario Dawson, Angelina Jolie
Votes: 176,996 | Gross: $34.30M
4. The Physician (2013)
R | 155 min | Adventure, Drama, History
In 11th-century Persia, a surgeon's apprentice disguises himself as a Jew to study at a school that does not admit Christians.
Director: Philipp Stölzl | Stars: Tom Payne, Stellan Skarsgård, Olivier Martinez, Emma Rigby
Votes: 42,087
5. Arabian Nights (1974)
X | 130 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
In ancient Arabia, a beautiful slave girl chooses a youth to be her new master, then she is kidnapped and they must search for each other. Stories are told within stories: love, travel and the whims of destiny.
Director: Pier Paolo Pasolini | Stars: Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Franco Merli, Tessa Bouché
Votes: 9,091
6. Persepolis (2007)
PG-13 | 96 min | Animation, Biography, Drama
A precocious and outspoken Iranian girl grows up during the Islamic Revolution.
Directors: Vincent Paronnaud, Marjane Satrapi | Stars: Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Gena Rowlands, Danielle Darrieux
Votes: 100,431 | Gross: $4.45M
7. Queen of the Desert (2015)
PG-13 | 128 min | Adventure, Biography, Drama
A chronicle of Gertrude Bell's life, a traveler, writer, archaeologist, explorer, cartographer, and political attaché for the British Empire at the dawn of the twentieth century.
Director: Werner Herzog | Stars: Nicole Kidman, James Franco, Robert Pattinson, Damian Lewis
Votes: 12,623
8. The Baader Meinhof Complex (2008)
R | 150 min | Action, Biography, Crime
A look at Germany's terrorist group, The Red Army Faction (RAF), which organized bombings, robberies, kidnappings, and assassinations in the late 1960s and '70s.
Director: Uli Edel | Stars: Martina Gedeck, Moritz Bleibtreu, Johanna Wokalek, Bruno Ganz
Votes: 40,211 | Gross: $0.48M
9. Farouk Omar (2012)
Approved | 45 min | Biography, Drama, History
The life of Umar Ibn Al-Khattab, the second Caliph of Rashidun Caliphate, before and after he embraces in Islam.
Stars: Samer Ismail, Assad Khalifa, Mehmet Sah Celik, Mehyar Khaddour
Votes: 8,948
10. One Night with the King (2006)
PG | 123 min | Biography, Drama, History
In Biblical times, a girl disguises her Jewish origins when the Persian king comes looking for a new bride among his subjects.
Director: Michael O. Sajbel | Stars: Tiffany Dupont, Luke Goss, John Noble, Omar Sharif
Votes: 7,861 | Gross: $13.40M
11. Alexander the Great (1956)
Not Rated | 141 min | Biography, Drama, History
The life and military conquests of Alexander III of Macedon (July 20/21, 356 - June 10/11, 323 B.C.), commonly known as Alexander the Great.
Director: Robert Rossen | Stars: Richard Burton, Fredric March, Claire Bloom, Barry Jones
Votes: 4,131
12. Rumi (2023)
Biography, Drama, History
In 13th century Anatolia, as the Mongol threat looms and internal turmoil rages, Rumi, a wise spiritual figure, emerges to assuage people's fears. His timeless words unite reason and compassion, inspiring change.
Stars: Bayazit Gülercan, Bülent Inal, Yusuf Çim, Kaan Yildirim
Votes: 728
13. Genghis Khan (1965)
Approved | 120 min | Adventure, Drama, History
During the thirteenth century, the shy Mongol boy Temujin becomes the fearless leader Genghis Khan, who unites all Mongol tribes and conquers most of Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Director: Henry Levin | Stars: Stephen Boyd, Omar Sharif, James Mason, Eli Wallach
Votes: 2,559 | Gross: $0.00M
14. Monsieur Ibrahim (2003)
R | 95 min | Comedy, Drama
In Paris, a Turkish shop owner befriends a Jewish boy in his mid-teens.
Director: François Dupeyron | Stars: Omar Sharif, Pierre Boulanger, Gilbert Melki, Isabelle Renauld
Votes: 11,634 | Gross: $2.82M
15. Prince of Persia: Warrior Within (2004 Video Game)
M | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A proud yet innocent prince is being chased by The Dahaka (Guardian of Time) as a consequence of his actions. He seeks aid from The Empress of Time to escape from the notion that he cannot change his fate.
Directors: Keith Arem, Mo Davoudian, Richard M Dumont, David Jankowski, Felix Rocque | Stars: Monica Bellucci, Claudia Besso, Thor Bishopric, Mark Camacho
Votes: 4,209
16. Marco Polo (1982–1983)
504 min | Adventure, Biography, Drama
The life and experiences of the thirteenth century explorer, who sought to connect the civilizations of China and Europe through trade.
Stars: Ken Marshall, Denholm Elliott, Tony Vogel, David Warner
Votes: 1,314
17. The Book of Esther (2013)
Not Rated | 90 min | Drama, History
Jewish girl Esther is chosen as the new queen consort to King Xerxes of Persia. Will she be able to stop the evil Lord Haman's plot to exterminate the Jews?
Director: David A.R. White | Stars: Jen Lilley, Joel Smallbone, Robert Miano, Thaao Penghlis
Votes: 1,208
18. Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones (2005 Video Game)
M | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
The Prince of Persia makes his way home to Babylon, bearing with him Kaileena, the enigmatic Empress of Time, and unspeakable scars from the Island of Time.
Director: Kun Chang | Stars: Yuri Lowenthal, Rick Miller, Sarah Carlsen, Helen King
Votes: 3,719
19. Equinox (1970)
GP | 82 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Four friends are attacked by a demon while on a picnic, due to possession of a tome of mystic information. Told in flashbacks by the sole survivor.
Directors: Jack Woods, Dennis Muren, Mark Thomas McGee | Stars: Edward Connell, Barbara Hewitt, Frank Bonner, Robin Christopher
Votes: 3,483 | Gross: $0.25M
20. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (I) (2003 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A young prince with expert fighting skills acquires the Dagger of Time, and unknowingly releases the powerful Sands of Time with it. Now he is trapped in a palace with sand creatures and must undo the unfortunate deed he has done.
Stars: Yuri Lowenthal, Joanna Wasick, Barry Dennen, William Frederick Knight
Votes: 5,465
21. Son of Sinbad (1955)
PG | 91 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Legendary pirate and adventurer Sinbad is in single-minded pursuit of two things: beautiful women and a substance called Greek Fire--an early version of gunpowder.
Director: Ted Tetzlaff | Stars: Dale Robertson, Vincent Price, Sally Forrest, Lili St. Cyr
Votes: 664 | Gross: $1.00M
22. The Bible Collection: Esther (1999 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 90 min | Biography, Drama, History
The Bible story of Esther starring Louise Lombard, F. Murray Abraham and Jurgen Prochnow.
Director: Raffaele Mertes | Stars: Louise Lombard, F. Murray Abraham, Jürgen Prochnow, Thomas Kretschmann
Votes: 1,666
23. America America (1963)
Approved | 174 min | Adventure, Drama
A young Greek stops at nothing to secure a passage to America.
Director: Elia Kazan | Stars: Stathis Giallelis, Frank Wolff, Elena Karam, Harry Davis
Votes: 6,007
24. Samson and Delilah (1996)
172 min | Adventure, Drama, History
Mara and her husband Manoa are both upstanding and religious Israelites living under the harsh and unjust rule of the Philistines. Much to their regret, they have not been able to have ... See full summary »
Stars: Dennis Hopper, Elizabeth Hurley, Eric Thal, Michael Gambon
Votes: 1,207
25. The Adventures of Hajji Baba (1954)
Passed | 94 min | Action, Adventure, Romance
In Ispahan, Persia, a barber mistakes an emerald ring as the prize to be delivered to a prince known far and wide, only to realize that a runaway Princess is the real treasure awaited, promising to escort her to her final destination.
Director: Don Weis | Stars: John Derek, Elaine Stewart, Thomas Gomez, Amanda Blake
Votes: 668
26. Esther and the King (1960)
Approved | 109 min | Biography, Drama, History
Two decades before she would gain fame and some fortune as Alexis Carrington on Dynasty (1981), Dame Joan Collins starred as Esther in this melodramatic, routine Biblical story. The setting... See full summary »
Directors: Raoul Walsh, Mario Bava | Stars: Joan Collins, Richard Egan, Denis O'Dea, Sergio Fantoni
Votes: 923
27. Salman Farsi
Biography, Drama, History | Filming
The life of Salman the Persian, one of the best companions and faithful friend of Muhammad and Ali, from birth to death. His path to find God and the true religion.
Stars: Ali Reza Shoja'noori, Christina Sotiriou, Hichem Rostom, Mohammad Reza Hedayati
28. Prince of Persia (2008 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
After meeting Elika, a princess, in the desert, the Prince is tasked with cleansing a corrupted land with the help of his new companion, all the while unraveling the power of dark lord Ahriman.
Director: Andrew S. Walsh | Stars: Tam Evans, Nolan North, Kari Wahlgren, Fred Tatasciore
Votes: 2,630
29. The Golden Horde (1951)
Approved | 77 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
The princess of Samarkand and an English knight confront the armies of Genghis Khan.
Director: George Sherman | Stars: Ann Blyth, David Farrar, George Macready, Henry Brandon
Votes: 231
30. Omar Khayyam (1957)
Not Rated | 101 min | Adventure, Biography, Romance
During the 11th century, Persian poet Omar Khayyam's lover marries the Shah but the Shah, whose life is threatened by a sect of assassins, appoints Omar royal advisor.
Director: William Dieterle | Stars: Cornel Wilde, Michael Rennie, Debra Paget, John Derek
Votes: 379
31. Reign: The Conqueror (1997–2000)
TV-14 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A unique re-telling of the story of Alexander the Great; a powerful warrior King who was prophesied to conquer and destroy the world.
Stars: John DeMita, Michael Sorich, Mary Elizabeth McGlynn, Beau Billingslea
Votes: 550
32. The Last Fiction (2018)
100 min | Animation, Action, Drama
The Last Fiction" is the first animated feature film made entirely in Iran. This contemporary looking crowd-favorite film played in countless film festivals and received multiple awards. Based on classic Persian literature.
Director: Ashkan Rahgozar | Stars: Leila Hatami, Parviz Parastui, Baran Kosari, Benjamin Nathan-Serio
Votes: 2,035
33. Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem (2002 Video Game)
M | Adventure, Fantasy, Horror
Over the course of two millenia, twelve men and women are linked together by an accursed book known as the Tome of Eternal Darkness.
Director: Denis Dyack | Stars: Michael Bell, Earl Boen, Cam Clarke, Neil Dickson
Votes: 837
34. Arabian Nights (1942)
Approved | 86 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
The caliph of Baghdad must go into hiding with a group of traveling performers when his brother usurps the throne. Both brothers desire a beautiful dancing girl, who is torn between power and true love.
Director: John Rawlins | Stars: Jon Hall, Maria Montez, Sabu, Leif Erickson
Votes: 1,672 | Gross: $3.71M
35. Jeyran (2022–2023)
55 min | Drama, History, Romance
In the Qajar era 1852, The king of Persia, Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, falls in love with Jeyran, who loves Siavash.
Stars: Parinaz Izadyar, Bahram Radan, Amirhossein Fathi, Mahdi Pakdel
Votes: 1,967
36. Grass: A Nation's Battle for Life (1925)
Passed | 71 min | Documentary
The struggles of a hardscrabble Iranian nomadic tribe as they journey through bleak country to reach the grasslands that will save their livestock.
Directors: Merian C. Cooper, Ernest B. Schoedsack | Stars: Merian C. Cooper, Ernest B. Schoedsack, Marguerite Harrison, Haidar Khan
Votes: 1,201
37. The Keeper: The Legend of Omar Khayyam (2005)
PG | 95 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
Kamran is a 12-year-old boy in the present day who discovers that his ancestor is 11th-century mathematician, astronomer, and poet of Persia Omar Khayyam. The story has been passed down in ... See full summary »
Director: Kayvan Mashayekh | Stars: Adam Echahly, Bruno Lastra, Moritz Bleibtreu, Rade Serbedzija
Votes: 809 | Gross: $0.22M
38. Behind That Curtain (1929)
Passed | 91 min | Adventure, Crime, Mystery
Eve Mannering realizes too late that her abusive husband is a philanderer and murderer and seeks protection with her true love, explorer John Beetham.
Director: Irving Cummings | Stars: Warner Baxter, Lois Moran, Gilbert Emery, Claude King
Votes: 553
39. Ajooba (1990)
178 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
The evil Vizier of Baharistan kills the royal family and takes power himself but the real crown prince, who has survived his machinations, returns to his homeland to avenge his parents as a masked vigilante 'Ajooba'.
Directors: Shashi Kapoor, Gennadiy Vasilev | Stars: Amitabh Bachchan, Dimple Kapadia, Rishi Kapoor, Sonam
Votes: 1,461
40. Lost in Siberia (1991)
Not Rated | 140 min | Drama, Romance
A political drama about Stalin's prison-camp system in Russia.
Director: Aleksandr Mitta | Stars: Anthony Andrews, Vladimir Ilin, Elena Mayorova, Irina Mikhalyova
Votes: 362
41. No One Knows About Persian Cats (2009)
106 min | Drama, Music
Iranian musicians Negar and Ashkan look for band members to play at a London concert - and the visas that allow them to leave Tehran to do so.
Director: Bahman Ghobadi | Stars: Negar Shaghaghi, Ashkan Koshanejad, Hamed Behdad, Babak Mirzakhani
Votes: 7,488 | Gross: $0.08M
42. Babes in Bagdad (1952)
Approved | 79 min | Comedy
Hassan, the Kadi of Bagdad, has a harem housing twelve beauties, but concentrates his attention on Zohara. A newcomer, Kyra, introduces rebellion into the by the unheard of act of ... See full summary »
Director: Edgar G. Ulmer | Stars: Paulette Goddard, Gypsy Rose Lee, Richard Ney, John Boles
Votes: 131
43. Why the Nativity? (2022)
85 min | Documentary, Drama, Family
Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, noted pastor, author, and theologian Dr. David Jeremiah provides answers to the most thought-provoking questions surrounding the most pivotal moment in human history-the birth of Jesus Christ.
Director: Paul Joiner | Stars: David Jeremiah, Rose Anaya, Logan Polson, Henry Mark
Votes: 74
44. Lost Empire of Persia (2022 TV Special)
84 min | Documentary, History
Investigators have unique access to Persepolis in the mountains of Iran. They forensically hunt for clues to find out what makes Persia the first imperial powerhouse in the world.
Directors: Oscar Chan, Hesam Dehghani, Bianca Zamfira | Stars: Steven Kearney, Kourosh Mohammadkhani, Ali Asadi, George Heath-White
Votes: 185
45. The Return of Mr. Moto (1965)
Approved | 71 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Mr. Moto goes undercover to find out who has been blowing up oil wells and trying to gain total control of all the oil leases from a petroleum-rich Middle Eastern country.
Director: Ernest Morris | Stars: Henry Silva, Terence Longdon, Suzanne Lloyd, Marne Maitland
Votes: 232
46. Omar the Tentmaker (1922)
80 min | Romance, Drama
About Omar Khayyam of Persia, the poet and mathematician, who wrote the Iranian first solar calendar circa A.D. 1073. His fiancé was forced to marry the shah, but she eventually escaped and... See full summary »
Director: James Young | Stars: Guy Bates Post, Virginia Brown Faire, Nigel De Brulier, Noah Beery
Votes: 23
47. Ali Baba Goes to Town (1937)
Passed | 81 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Musical
A movie company is filming the "Arabian Nights" when a hobo enters their camp, falls asleep and dreams he's back in Baghdad as advisor to the Sultan. In a spoof of Roosevelt's New Deal, he ... See full summary »
Director: David Butler | Stars: Eddie Cantor, Tony Martin, Roland Young, June Lang
Votes: 609
48. A Cube of Sugar (2011)
PG | 116 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The story happens in an old house in an old city of Iran. Because of the wedding of the youngest sister, Pasandide, all of her sisters come to their old house to help their mother.
Director: Reza Mirkarimi | Stars: Reza Kianian, Negar Javaherian, Farhad Aslani, Saeed Poursamimi
Votes: 4,264
49. Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame (1993 Video Game)
E | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
The Prince of Persia has been thrown out of the palace by the impostor Prince who orders his arrest, he escapes on a ship. Meanwhile Jaffer puts the Princess to sleep. Can the Prince defeat Jaffar and rescue the Princess once again?
Director: Jordan Mechner
Votes: 327
50. Prince of Persia (1989 Video Game)
E | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
In ancient Persia, the sultan's vizier, Jaffar, seizes power. With his only obstacle to the throne being the sultan's daughter, he locks her up. In order to free her, you must escape dungeons, get to the palace tower and defeat Jaffar.
Directors: Jordan Mechner, Keisuke Yasaka
Votes: 1,301