“In the Name of the King brings high fantasy to life with epic battles, dark sorcery, and a hero forged in fire and loss.”
Released in 2007, In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale is an ambitious fantasy epic that swings swords and flings spells in a quest to rival the grand adventures of The Lord of the Rings. Directed by Uwe Boll and based (loosely) on the popular video game Dungeon Siege, the film assembles an eclectic cast and a hefty budget to bring a sprawling medieval world to life.
The story centers on Farmer (Jason Statham), a humble man whose quiet life is shattered when the vicious Krug—beastly creatures under the command of the dark sorcerer Gallian (Ray Liotta)—raid his village, kill his son, and kidnap his wife Solana (Claire Forlani). Driven by grief and vengeance, Farmer joins the king’s forces, setting out to rescue Solana and end Gallian’s threat once and for all.
Along the way, Farmer discovers secrets about his own lineage that tie him to the throne of the kingdom of Ehb, transforming him from a simple man of the soil into a warrior of destiny. The film weaves political intrigue, sweeping battles, and magical showdowns, featuring actors like Burt Reynolds as King Konreid, John Rhys-Davies as the wizard Merick, and Leelee Sobieski as the warrior Muriella.
Visually, In the Name of the King boasts grand sets, elaborate costumes, and extensive fight choreography. Despite mixed critical reception, the film offers a guilty pleasure for fans of sword-and-sorcery cinema, brimming with over-the-top performances, dramatic declarations, and epic siege warfare.
At its heart, In the Name of the King is a classic tale of an ordinary man rising to extraordinary heroism, proving that even a farmer can shape the fate of a kingdom.
