1242: Gateway to the West Poster

1242: Gateway to the West

50.00% | October 2, 2025 | Action, History

After the Hungarian army was annihilated by the Mongols at the battle of Mohi, only the castle of Esztergom stood in the Mongolians' way of invading the rest of Europe. Batu Khan, the grandson of Genghis Khan, reaches the walls of Esztergom with his invincible troops. The castle's defenders, led by Eusebius, the canon of Esztergom, and a Spanish mercenary, Captain Simon, are preparing for the final battle. The sudden arrival of Cardinal Cesareani, the Papal Legate, coinciding with the Mongol Lunar New Year celebrations and the mystical practices of Eusebius, combine to offer the defenders a small glimmer of hope.

Featured Crew

Péter Soós
Director
Áron Horváth
Screenplay
Joan Lane
Co-Writer

Cast

Ray Stevenson
Ray Stevenson
Caesareane
Eric Roberts
Eric Roberts
Captain Akos
Michael Ironside
Michael Ironside
Narrator / Mihaly
David Schofield
David Schofield
Sycardius
Neil Stuke
Neil Stuke
Commander Simon

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