---
title: "Prisoners of the Sun"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/prisoners-of-the-sun-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 241958
imdb_id: "tt0496375"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 3.9
vote_count: 74
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Prisoners of the Sun (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/prisoners-of-the-sun-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Prisoners of the Sun is a 2013 adventure film directed by Roger Christian. The production is a collaboration between the United States and Germany, featuring a screenplay written by Peter Atkins and Anthony Hickox. The film is categorized within the genres of mystery, action, adventure, and horror. It has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and received a United States release date of July 8, 2014. The plot follows a multinational expedition that uncovers a lost city hidden beneath an ancient pyramid. This discovery leads to a present-day threat as the team must attempt to stop the reawakened gods of ancient Egypt from initiating the apocalypse. The narrative centers on a mystery that has remained unchained for 5,000 years. As an archival record, the film is documented for its cast and crew contributions and its classification as an adventure feature. The project is recognized in international databases as a notable entry in the genre, focusing on the intersection of historical discovery and the prevention of a global cataclysm.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Roger Christian
- **Networks / Studios**: ME Completion, Cinemakers

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Rhys-Davies** as *Professor Hayden Masterton*
- **David Charvet** as *Doug Adler*
- **Carmen Chaplin** as *Sarah Masterton / Princess Amanphur*
- **Emily Holmes** as *Claire Becket*
- **Nick Moran** as *Adam Prime*
- **Joss Ackland** as *Professor Mendella*
- **Michael Higgs** as *Peter Levitz*
- **Gulshan Grover** as *Rohit*
- **Mohamed Akhzam** as *Masterton's Assistant*
- **Edy Arellano** as *Sahid*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Prisoners of the Sun online?
Prisoners of the Sun is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Prisoners of the Sun worth watching?
Prisoners of the Sun holds a community rating of 3.9/10 based on 74 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Mystery, Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Prisoners of the Sun and when was it released?
Prisoners of the Sun is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2013. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Prisoners of the Sun?
Prisoners of the Sun was directed by Roger Christian.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Prisoners of the Sun — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/241958)
- [Prisoners of the Sun (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0496375/fullcredits/)
- [Prisoners of the Sun (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/241958-prisoners-of-the-sun/cast)
- [Prisoners of the Sun (2013) – Wikipedia](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prisoners_of_the_Sun_(2013))

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