The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption

Mathayus has fallen from the throne he once seized, and a plague has claimed his queen. He now acts as a hired swordsman, tied to a fragile realm that fears a cruel tyrant who rules with fear. When a battle lines up against a ghostly army conjured by the tyrant, Mathayus takes up his blade again to defend the kingdom, knowing the fight could lead to a chance to reclaim his lost power and the glory that slipped away. He partners with a handful of allies including Olaf, a roguish fighter; Silda, a resourceful hunter; Ramusan, a seasoned warrior; and Tsukai, a cunning scout. The action pours across deserts, fortresses, and ancient ruins as destinies collide.

Directed by Roel Reiné, the 2012 direct-to-video entry The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption expands the Mathayus saga beyond a single novel source, with a script by Shane Kuhn, Brendan Cowles and Randall McCormick. Filmed across desert landscapes and ruined citadels, it uses a modest budget to stage large scale clashes within the Scorpion King universe.

Box Office: There was no theatrical release; direct-to-video; no box office gross is publicly reported. The film relied on home video sales, rental markets, and streaming services, with a production budget of five million dollars reflecting a mid-level action budget.

Reception tended toward mixed to negative, a common stance for direct-to-video entries in long running action fantasies. It holds a 4.6 out of 10 from roughly 376 votes. The film leans into redemption and duty as Mathayus wrestles with the burden of power while delivering straightforward confrontations and siege sequences.

This installment reinforces the Scorpion King brand as a home entertainment staple rather than a blockbuster event, broadening its world with new fighters and rugged set pieces. It features fresh faces alongside established mythos, reinforcing the franchise's appeal to fans who prefer direct-to-video fantasy action. The movie is often cited by collectors who track the lineage of the series and its evolving tone. It remains a practical showcase for budget action fans who want a nonstop sword and sorcery ride.