King Solomon's Mines

King Solomon's Mines

An action packed adventure, full of laughs and heroics.

Directed by J. Lee Thompson

Produced by The Cannon Group, Golan-Globus Productions

1985100 min5.4 / 10

A swashbuckling, comedic adventure romp through African wilderness in pursuit of legendary treasure, balancing action thrills with humor and romantic tension.

Ever in search of adventure, explorer Allan Quatermain agrees to join the beautiful Jesse Huston on a mission to locate her archaeologist father, who has been abducted for his knowledge of the legendary mines of King Solomon. As the kidnappers, led by sinister German military officer Bockner, journey into the wilds of Africa, Allan and Jesse track the party and must contend with fierce natives and dangerous creatures, among other perils.

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  • Is King Solomon's Mines sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.

  • Does King Solomon's Mines end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is King Solomon's Mines easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Is King Solomon's Mines violent? Somewhat. More violent than 60% of films.

  • Is King Solomon's Mines scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.

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14/ 100

Cinnamon Score

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Conventional, and it does not land.

Rarity43

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Surprise5

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love7

How much audiences actually like it

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