The Dark Kingdom

Richard leads a small, mismatched band of fighters into a region no one from their kingdom dares enter, trying to stop an advancing army of the undead. The group includes his wary comrade George, Princess Elizabeth with her own agenda, and others whose skills and loyalties clash under pressure. They must push across the Dark Kingdom where ruined fortresses, hidden traps, and brutal beasts make each step dangerous. The film follows a series of clashes and tight escapes as the team fights to reach the source of the necromantic threat, with personal tensions and political stakes shaping decisions along the way, and without revealing how their mission concludes.

Released in 2018, The Dark Kingdom was directed by Simon Wells and created by Ben Loyd-Holmes and Aston Benoit. The film was developed from an original concept by its creators, who also appear in the cast.

No widely reported box office totals exist for this title. The Dark Kingdom found its audience through limited theatrical play and home video and digital platforms, drawing attention mainly from genre viewers rather than mainstream crowds.

Among fantasy fans the film has carved out a modest presence online, with conversations on forums and social media about its atmosphere and the cast performances. It hasn’t produced any widely quoted lines or mainstream memes, but it continues to be recommended in niche circles that seek darker, sword-and-sorcery fare with a gritty edge.

Reception has been mixed, reflected in a 5.7/10 user average from 83 votes. Viewers and reviewers often note strong effort from the lead actors and an ambitious tone, while pointing out budgetary limits that affect effects and pacing. The story leans into themes of duty, sacrifice and the moral cost of fighting a relentless enemy, and it will appeal most to viewers who enjoy character-driven fantasy with frequent action set pieces.