Top 10 Action Films with Mystical Relics

Description: While not directly about a relic, this film involves a mysterious artifact that unleashes a creature in a museum, blending horror with action.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. The creature was created using a combination of animatronics and CGI.

Description: This film follows adventurer Rick O'Connell as he inadvertently awakens an ancient Egyptian priest, Imhotep, who seeks to resurrect his lover using the mystical Book of the Dead. The action is non-stop, and the relic's power is central to the plot.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be much darker, but the tone was lightened to appeal to a broader audience. The scarab beetles used in the movie were real, but their movements were enhanced with CGI.

Description: Set in ancient times, this film features Mathayus, an assassin who seeks to overthrow a tyrannical ruler with the help of a mystical relic, the Eye of the Gods.

Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's first starring role in a feature film, this movie was a spin-off from "The Mummy Returns." The film's action sequences were heavily influenced by video games.

Description: Historian Benjamin Franklin Gates searches for a treasure hidden by the Founding Fathers, using clues from the Declaration of Independence. The film combines action with the thrill of uncovering America's hidden history.

Fact: The film's plot was inspired by the real-life mystery surrounding the Knights Templar and their supposed treasure. The Freemasons were consulted during the film's production for accuracy.

Description: Based on Dan Brown's novel, this film follows symbologist Robert Langdon as he deciphers clues related to the Holy Grail, leading to a thrilling chase across Europe.

Fact: The Louvre allowed filming inside the museum, but only after hours, and the film crew had to work around the museum's schedule. The film's release was met with controversy due to its portrayal of religious themes.

Description: Flynn Carsen, a bookish librarian, is thrust into an adventure to retrieve a powerful relic, the Spear of Destiny, before it falls into the wrong hands.

Fact: The film spawned a successful TV movie franchise, with sequels exploring different mystical artifacts. The character of Flynn Carsen was inspired by Indiana Jones.

Description: A modern-day apprentice to a sorcerer must use his newfound magical powers to stop an evil sorcerer from unleashing a mystical relic's power.

Fact: The film was inspired by the segment from Disney's "Fantasia," but with a contemporary twist. The special effects were a significant part of the film's budget.

Description: Lara Croft embarks on a quest to find her missing father, leading her to the mythical island of Yamatai and the mystical relic known as the "Heart of the Labyrinth."

Fact: Alicia Vikander performed many of her own stunts, including the famous waterfall scene. The film was a reboot of the franchise, aiming to be more grounded and realistic than previous entries.

Description: Indiana Jones, the iconic archaeologist, races against Nazis to find the Ark of the Covenant, believed to hold immense power. The film is a perfect blend of action, adventure, and the supernatural allure of ancient relics.

Fact: The film's opening sequence was inspired by the Saturday matinee serials of the 1930s and 1940s. The boulder chase scene was done with a real boulder, though it was made of fiberglass.

Description: A group of knights embark on a perilous journey to find the Holy Grail, facing numerous trials and mystical encounters along the way.

Fact: This film was part of a series of adaptations of Arthurian legends, with a focus on the mystical and spiritual aspects of the quest.