Film · 2023 · DC Universe (14 of 12)
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
Directed by James Wan · starring Sohm Kapila, Jason Momoa and Ben Affleck
- 1 h 55 min
- Action · Adventure · Fantasy
USA- Released in the UK 19 December 2023
- 5.4 AverageMovieNCo
- 6.4 Users7 votes
- 4.4 Critics3 reviews
Synopsis
Director James Wan and Aquaman himself, Jason Momoa, along with Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Nicole Kidman, return in the sequel to the highest-grossing DC film of all time.
After failing to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta, who still feels the need to avenge the death of his father, will stop at nothing to finish off Aquaman once and for all. for all. This time Black Manta is more fearsome than ever, wielding the power of the mythical Black Trident, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force.
To defeat him, Aquaman will turn to his imprisoned brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis, to forge an unusual alliance. Together, they must put aside their differences to protect their kingdom and save Aquaman's family and the world from irreversible destruction.
Jason Momoa plays Arthur Curry / Aquaman, who now combines his obligations as King of Atlantis with those of a new father ; Patrick Wilson is Orm, Aquaman's brother and his nemesis, who must now take on a new role as his brother's reluctant ally; Amber Heard is Mera, queen of Atlantis and mother of the heir to the throne; Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Black Manta, determined more than ever to avenge the death of his father by destroying Aquaman, his family and Atlantis; and Nicole Kidman plays Atlanna, a ruthless leader and a mother with the heart of a warrior.
Also reprising their roles Dolph Lundgren as King Nereus and Randall Park as Dr. Stephen Shin.
Where to watch Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
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The essentials
- Runtime
- 115 min1 hour and 55 minutes
- Budget
- $205mWarner Bros. Pictures
- Box office
- $440.2m2.1 times its budget
- How long is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom?
- 1 hour and 55 minutes (115 minutes).
- When was Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom released in the UK?
- It was released in the UK on 19 December 2023.
- Who directed Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom?
- James Wan.
- Who is in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom?
- It stars Sohm Kapila, Jason Momoa, Ben Affleck and Patrick Wilson.
- Where can I watch Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom?
- In the UK it is available with a subscription on Netflix and to rent on Apple TV and Prime Video.
- How much did Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom make?
- It took $440.2 million worldwide. It cost $205 million.
- Is it part of a series?
- Yes: it is film 14 of 12 in DC Universe.
Cast
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- Director
- James Wan
- Writers
- James Wan, Jason Momoa
- Producers
- Peter Safran, James Wan
Videos and trailers
All 2 videos
Photos and posters
All 13 photos
Reviews
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What the critics say average 4.4 from 3 outlets
- 7.0 SlashfilmRafael Motamayor
When the plot gets going and we're on a road trip through fantastical locations, the movie becomes a fun ride. It's not as good as the original, but it is still one of the better superhero films of…
Read - 4.2 IndiewireDavid Ehrlich
Where the previous 'Aquaman' was psychedelically high on its own supply and so eager to top itself that it eventually led to Jason Momoa talking to a mythical sea monster who sounded a lot like…
Read - 2.0 The GuardianPeter Bradshaw
The 'Aquaman' franchise is just flatlining, floating through the dreary depths like the kind of discarded plastic bag which is going to choke the last remaining vaquita porpoise.
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Box office
Weekend by weekend- Budget $205m
- Worldwide $440.2m
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UK £4.3m
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All 7 facts-
The Batman more Batman
Marks Ben Affleck's fifth and final appearance as Bruce Wayne/Batman, making him the actor with the most live action film appearances as the character.
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Título original
The film's working title was "Necrus". This is the name of an underwater kingdom in the Aquaman comics.
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Octopus suit
Aquaman dons a blue stealth suit in this film, which carries the octopus-inspired ability to change color. The blue suit comes from the 1986 Aquaman comics.
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Early announcement
The sequel was announced a month after the release of 'Aquaman' (2018).
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DC's position
The fifteenth and final film in the DC Extended Universe.
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