Directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Lawrence Kasdan from a story imagined by Philip Kaufman, Raiders of the Lost Ark is the very first opus in the adventures ofIndiana Jones, a character who has become emblematic ofaction-adventure cinema. Released in 1981, the film stars Harrison Ford as the archeological adventurer on the trail of a biblical artifact with legendary powers. The cast also includes Karen Allen and Paul Freeman, in a breathless race that blends history, mysticism and explosive chases. The film remains a benchmark in its genre, combining grand spectacle, humor and exoticism.
Raiders of the Lost Ark will be available on Prime Video from April 15, 2025, on Netflix from April 25, 2025 and already on Disney+.
Synopsis: 1936. In search of a sacred idol in the Peruvian jungle, adventurer Indiana Jones narrowly escapes an ambush by his toughest adversary: Frenchman René Belloq. Returning to civilian life as a university professor of archaeology, he is commissioned by the Secret Service and his friend Marcus Brody, curator of Washington's National Museum, to find the Medallion of Ra, in the possession of his former lover Marion Ravenwood, now a barkeeper in Tibet. This Egyptian artefact is believed to be the first step on the path to the Ark of the Covenant, where Moses kept the Ten Commandments. A piece of history with unimaginable powers that Hitler is seeking to seize...
Les Aventuriers de l'Arche perdue (Adventurers of the Lost Ark) is aimed at family and adult audiences who enjoy classic adventure films and archaeological tales combining history and mystery. It will delight fans of exotic adventures, legendary treasures,ancient enigmas and spectacular action scenes. The character ofIndiana Jones, with his charisma and phlegm, embodies the quintessential Hollywood adventurer. This film will appeal to nostalgic 80s fans of Steven Spielberg, but also to new generations curious to discover an icon of adventure cinema.
With its spectacular staging, fast-paced plot and unforgettable hero, Raiders of the Lost Ark remainsa must-see action-adventure film. This classic, starring Harrison Ford, offers a cocktail ofhistory,humor and exotic adventures that continues to seduce more than four decades after its release.
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Dates and Opening Time
Starts April 15, 2025
Recommended age
From 10 years old
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