Young Alexander the Great

Synopsis

Young Alexander the Great is a historical drama that delves into the early life of the legendary conqueror Alexander the Great. The film follows young Alexander as he navigates through the complexities of power, love, and war in ancient Greece. With a mix of adventure and political intrigue, viewers witness the transformation of a young prince into a fearless leader destined for greatness. As Alexander faces battles both on and off the battlefield, he must overcome personal challenges and political adversaries to fulfill his legendary destiny that shaped the course of history.

Cast

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  Sam Heughan

  Alexander

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  Lauren Cohan

  Leto

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  Sonia Enriquez

  Kali

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  Christopher Cazenove

  Aristotle

• Kholoud Kazeem

  Niobe

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  Amy Shiels

  Cleopatra

Reviews

Young Alexander the Great has received mixed reviews from critics. While some commend the film for its captivating portrayal of Alexander the Great's coming-of-age story, others criticize its historical inaccuracies and lack of depth in character development. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a rating of 5.5/10, stating that while the film has its moments, it falls short in delivering a compelling narrative. On the other hand, IMDb rates it as 6.0/10, highlighting the film's visually stunning cinematography and Sam Heughan's charismatic performance as young Alexander. Metacritic gives it a score of 55%, noting the film's ambitious scope but uneven execution.