PG-13

King Solomon's Mines

An action packed adventure, full of laughs and heroics.

1985 • 100 min • Action · Adventure · Comedy

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Synopsis

Ever in search of adventure, explorer Allan Quatermain agrees to join the beautiful Jesse Huston on a mission to locate her archaeologist father, who has been abducted for his knowledge of the legendary mines of King Solomon. As the kidnappers, led by sinister German military officer Bockner, journey into the wilds of Africa, Allan and Jesse track the party and must contend with fierce natives and dangerous creatures, among other perils.

Our family guide

Best from age 11

Movie Knight Score

484 reviews

54 Audience · 484 · 100%

Adventurer Allan Quatermain helps Jesse Huston find her missing archaeologist father, who has been abducted for his knowledge of King Solomon's Mines. Their journey through Africa is filled with danger from a sinister military officer, fierce tribes, and perilous creatures.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 5/10

Heads up

Adventure violence, including weapons and peril
Some outdated cultural depictions
Mild suggestive humor and innuendo

What it models well

Courage in the face of danger
Loyalty to friends and family
Perseverance to reach a goal

Talk about it after

Exploring new cultures and places
Dealing with conflict and opposition
The consequences of greed

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