The story follows a group of villagers who accidentally awaken a giant prehistoric snake during a mountain excavation.

To appease the creature, the desperate villagers turn to human sacrifice. The protagonist, a man with a dark past, teams up with a village elder's daughter to stop both the snake and the barbaric rituals.

The film features martial arts-style combat, archery, and a finale set within the underground caves where the serpent resides. Film Details Original Title: 蛇王 (Shé Wáng). Director: Guo Minger. Cast: Stars Luo Liqun and Zhao Wenqi. Runtime: Approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.

Reviewers note that while it uses CGI typical of budget "creature features," it is more action-heavy than similar films in the genre.

It is praised for its historical setting and slick camerawork, though critics mention that the plot can be confusing and subplots sometimes feel unnecessary. Big Snake King (2022) - Letterboxd