10 Historical Films About Egypt’s New Kingdom

Description: A prequel to the original, this film delves deeper into the warrior's journey to becoming the first pharaoh, offering a more detailed look at the New Kingdom's beginnings.

Fact: This direct-to-video sequel was shot in South Africa, using local talent and landscapes to enhance the ancient Egyptian setting.

Description: This epic drama by Cecil B. DeMille, though focusing on the Exodus, provides a rich backdrop of the New Kingdom's opulence and the struggle for freedom from Egyptian rule.

Fact: It was the highest-grossing film of 1956 and was nominated for seven Academy Awards, winning for Best Visual Effects.

Description: While Cleopatra lived during the Ptolemaic period, this film captures the essence of Egyptian royalty and the political intrigue that could have been part of the New Kingdom's court life.

Fact: It was one of the most expensive films ever made at the time, with a budget of $44 million, and it was nominated for nine Academy Awards.

Description: While not strictly historical, this adventure film captures the essence of the New Kingdom through its portrayal of ancient Egyptian curses and the quest for eternal life, set in the fictional city of Hamunaptra.

Fact: The film was a major box office success, spawning two sequels and a spin-off series. It also helped revive interest in mummy-themed horror.

Description: This animated masterpiece retells the biblical story of Moses, set against the backdrop of the New Kingdom, focusing on the Exodus from Egypt. It's included for its depiction of the era's grandeur and the dramatic events leading to the liberation of the Hebrews.

Fact: The film was the first traditionally animated feature to be produced by DreamWorks Animation. It was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "When You Believe."

Description: Set in ancient Egypt, this action-adventure film explores the rise of a warrior who becomes the first pharaoh of the New Kingdom, blending myth with historical elements.

Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson made his starring film debut in this movie, which was a prequel to "The Mummy Returns."

Description: This horror film, while not directly about the New Kingdom, explores the mystique and dangers associated with ancient Egyptian tombs, reflecting the era's fascination with the afterlife.

Fact: The film was shot in Serbia, using a real pyramid structure built for the movie.

Description: Although set in a fictionalized version of ancient Egypt, this Polish epic captures the political intrigue and power struggles reminiscent of the New Kingdom.

Fact: It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, representing Poland.

Description: This film delves into the life of a physician during the reign of Akhenaten, offering insights into the religious and social changes of the New Kingdom.

Fact: It was one of the first films to use CinemaScope, a widescreen process, and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography.

Description: This sci-fi adventure, while not strictly historical, introduces elements of ancient Egyptian mythology and the concept of a stargate, linking modern times with the New Kingdom.

Fact: The film spawned a successful TV franchise, including "Stargate SG-1" and "Stargate Atlantis."