Forbidden Warrior (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 4.1

Released in 2004, Forbidden Warrior is a fantasy, adventure and science fiction film directed by Jimmy Nickerson, running about 91 minutes. “In The Soul Of A Woman Beats The Heart Of A Hero.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Gaia Za is a sacred tome that holds many ancient and powerful spells to be unlocked by a so-called Chosen One expected to be born to one of two leading families: the Khans or the Marajis. Unwilling to leave the clan's fate to the gods, Che Khan decides to take matters into his own hands by plotting the murder of a new Maraji baby, who may be the child in question. In doing so, he sets off a furious clash.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Warrior stars Sung Kang as Doran, Marie Matiko as Seki, Tony Amendola as Ajis-Aka and Andrew Divoff as Ujis-Aka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Forbidden Warrior has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Warrior page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Warrior tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Warrior (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden Warrior change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forbidden Warrior worth watching?
- Forbidden Warrior holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Forbidden Warrior?
- Forbidden Warrior stars Sung Kang, Marie Matiko, Tony Amendola, Andrew Divoff and Musetta Vander.
- When was Forbidden Warrior released?
- Forbidden Warrior was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.