It tells the story of the warrior Beowulf, who came to the aid of Danish king Hrothgar to battle the monstrous Grendel. After ...

A fierce battle ensues that leads to Beowulf's entering the watery lair of Grendel's Mother (Angelina Jolie), where a devil's bargain awaits. Beowulf returns to Herot, the mead hall, and becomes King.

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