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"Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" (2010)

The scoop on "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" including photos, review, trailers, clips, interviews, poster, news and cast list for this action film starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Gemma Arterton.

Movie Synopsis: A rogue prince (Jake Gyllenhaal) reluctantly joins forces with a mysterious princess (Gemma Arterton) and together they race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time — a gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.
  1. Gemma Arterton
  2. Jake Gyllenhaal

"Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Photo Gallery

Gallery of photos from the movie "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton and Ben Kingsley.

What You Need to Know About "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time"

Filming facts, locations, and budget information on the action drama with Jake Gyllenhaal as prince who teams up with a gorgeous princess to save a magical dagger from bad guys.

"Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Review

For a film that has so much to do with a magical dagger, there's very little magical about the actual movie. Still, even with its faults, "Prince of Persia" is better than most video game-inspired productions.

Jake Gyllenhaal on "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time"

Jake Gyllenhaal may not be the first actor you think of when you picture the star of a big-budget action adventure film based on a video game, but with "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Gyllenhaal's out to prove he can handle intense action scenes as well as more intimate character-driven films.

Gemma Arterton Interview

"Prince of Persia" director Mike Newell looked at hundreds of actresses from all parts of the globe before finding his princess: Gemma Arterton. The 24 year old Brit has quickly become one of the most sought-after actresses working today, starring alongside Daniel Craig in "Quantum of Solace," Sam Worthington in "Clash of the Titans," and now Jake Gyllenhaal in "Prince of Persia."

Or, If You'd Rather Watch Gemma Arterton...

...and who wouldn't? Then check out this interview video on the "Prince of Persia."

Director Mike Newell Interview - "Prince of Persia" and His Cast

Director Mike Newell is no stranger to big-budget franchise films having helmed "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire," however "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" marks the first time he's tackled a real action-driven film (and the first time he's done a movie based on a video game).

Interview with Sir Ben Kingsley

Oscar winner Sir Ben Kingsley ("Gandhi") adds another villainous character to his repertoire of film bad guys with "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" directed by Mike Newell and based on the popular video game series. In the action adventure film, Sir Ben Kingsley plays Nizam, brother of murdered King Sharaman and adopted uncle of Prince Dastan (Jake Gyllenhaal).

"Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Videos

Trailers, Super Bowl TV spot, and videos for "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Gemma Arterton.

"Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Movie Credits

Cast list for "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time," MPAA rating, and release date info.

"Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Theatrical Poster #2

The second poster for "Prince of Persia" features a buff-looking Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton and Ben Kingsley.

Exclusive Interview with Jake Gyllenhaal

(April 2010) Jake Gyllenhaal takes on one of his biggest action roles to date in Walt Disney Pictures' "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time." At the 2010 WonderCon, Gyllenhaal talked about this adventure film based on a video game and directed by Mike Newell.

Video Interview with Director Mike Newell

(April 2010) Walt Disney Pictures brought director Mike Newell (and the film's star, Jake Gyllenhaal) to the 2010 WonderCon to talk about working on one of the summer of 2010's most anticipated releases: "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time."

Jerry Bruckheimer Interview

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer and Walt Disney Pictures brought two of their biggest 2010 releases - "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" and "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" - to WonderCon, showing off new footage and talking up the heavily anticipated films.

Jake Gyllenhaal Stars in "Prince of Persia"

(May 2008) Orlando Bloom's apparently not going to be a prince. Instead, Jake Gyllenhaal - an actor who's often mentioned as having the potential to play a superhero (remember the rumor he was going to fill in for Tobey Maguire in "Spider-Man 3"?) - will star in the Walt Disney Pictures/Jerry Bruckheimer big-budget action movie "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time."

Mike Newell Drops Hints About "Prince of Persia"

(Nov 2007) While promoting the romantic drama "Love in the Time of Cholera," director Mike Newell was peppered with a few questions on his next project: the Jerry Bruckheimer movie "Prince of Persia."

Official "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" Website

Walt Disney Pictures' official site for "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time." Release Date: May 28, 2010

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