The Three Musketeers

Young D'Artagnan arrives in Paris eager to prove himself, only to be drawn into the world of the legendary musketeers. In this retelling set against a stylized siege of action, the hotheaded novice teams up with Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, each with their flaws and loyalties. A cunning adversary plots to seize the throne, employing a seductive spy to manipulate the court. The duels mix practical stunt work with a few over the set pieces, letting each musketeer showcase style while the camaraderie strengthens their resolve. As alliances shift and danger looms, the quartet must combine wit and swordplay, with daring schemes to stop a plot that could ignite a continental war. The tone blends swashbuckling adventure with flair.

Released in 2011 and directed by Paul W S Anderson, this action packed take on Alexandre Dumas's The Three Musketeers reimagines the classic tale for a modern popcorn audience with a screenplay by Alex Litvak and Andrew Davies, featuring Logan Lerman, Milla Jovovich, Matthew Macfadyen, Ray Stevenson and Luke Evans.

The film earned roughly 132 million worldwide, against a reported budget of 75 million, signaling a solid if not spectacular return and establishing a 3D action approach that defined its summer release in global markets.

The film leans into glossy visuals and high tempo action, delivering a blockbuster energy rather than period nuance. Milla Jovovich's Milady de Winter makes a flamboyant villain, while Logan Lerman's D'Artagnan provides a youthful entry point for a broad audience. Its visual style left a distinct stamp on the era.

Critics gave mixed notices, praising the film's energy and visual style while noting a crowded plot and thin characterization. The story centers on loyalty and the tension between honor and political ambition, with the musketeers learning to trust each other under pressure, a theme that resonates with teamwork.