Added to Netflix on Sunday, Oct 1, 2023 The kingdom of Azeroth stands on the brink of war as its civilization, led by the noble King Llane, the fierce warrior Anduin Lothar and the powerful mage Medivh, faces a fearsome race of invaders. Orc warriors are fleeing their dying world of Draenor to colonize Azeroth. Led by the ambitious orc chieftain Durotan and the cruel warlock Gul’dan, the orcs aim to open a portal using the dark magic of the Fel. As the two worlds collide, leaders from each side grapple with betrayal, distrust, and difficult choices, paving the way for an epic and bloody conflict. The movie presents a contrast between the desperation of the orcs and the determination of the human races, touching on themes of sacrifice, honor, and the price of war.
Length: 2hrs 3min
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Trailer
Cast
- Travis Fimmel as Anduin Lothar
- Paula Patton as Garona Halforcen
- Ben Foster as Medivh
- Dominic Cooper as King Llane Wrynn
- Toby Kebbell as Durotan/Orgrim
- Ben Schnetzer as Khadgar
- Daniel Wu as Gul’dan
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 (for extended sequences of intense fantasy violence)
Parents are advised that the movie contains sequences of fantasy violence, including battles, magical effects, and intense combat. Not suitable for very young audiences.
Trivia
- The film is based on the popular video game series, “World of Warcraft” by Blizzard Entertainment.
- Director Duncan Jones is a big fan of the game and played it for years.
- It took nearly seven years from the project’s announcement to its release.
- Many of the locations in the movie are directly inspired by locations within the game.
Our Review
Warcraft offers a visually stunning journey into the realms of Azeroth, capturing the essence and lore of its source material. The film brilliantly melds CGI with live action, providing audiences with immersive, epic-scale battle sequences. While some non-gamers may find the plot challenging to follow, fans of the game will appreciate the fidelity to its rich storyline. The cast brings depth and humanity to both humans and orcs, reminding viewers that in war, both sides have something to lose. A must-watch for fantasy enthusiasts and game lovers alike!
