Xena: Warrior Princess

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DEVELOPMENT:

The series is a spin-off of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. Xena first appeared in 3 Hercules episodes during the shows first season, The Warrior Princess, The Gauntlet and Unchained Heart, sometimes labled "The Xena Trilogy". In the first episode, Xena is an... more »

DEVELOPMENT:

The series is a spin-off of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. Xena first appeared in 3 Hercules episodes during the shows first season, The Warrior Princess, The Gauntlet and Unchained Heart, sometimes labled "The Xena Trilogy". In the first episode, Xena is an outlaw, but in the third, she joins Hercules to defeat Darphus, who had taken her army. Aware that the character of Xena had been very successful among the public, the producers of the series decided to create a spin-off series based around her adventures.subsequently revealed in flashback episodes.


SERIES OVERVIEW:

Xena, the warrior princess is bent on overcoming her dark and hateful past. She must save innocents to redeem herself, in the eyes of the world and to herself. She is aided along the way by best friend Gabrielle, a struggling bard who later turns warrior herself. Xena: Warrior Princess was a sometimes serious, often campy and an occasionally emotional rollercoaster ride of an action series. In addition to Xena and Gabrielle, the show also features a wide range of important recurring characters, including adversaries Ares (Kevin Tod Smith), Alti (Claire Stansfield) and Callisto (Hudson Leick), and trusted friends Salmoneus (Robert Trebor), Virgil (William Gregory Lee), Autolycus (Bruce Campbell), Eli (Tim Omundson) and Joxer (Ted Raimi).


THEME:

The voiceover during the theme is as follows:

In a time of ancient gods, warlords and kings...A land in turmoil cried out for a hero. She was Xena, a mighty princess forged in the heat of battle. The power...the passion...the danger...Her courage will change the world.


FILMING LOCATION:

Xena: Warrior Princess was filmed on location in and around Auckland, New Zealand.


SERIES ORIGIN:

Spinoff from the series:

Hercules, the Legendary Journeys.


ANIMATED FILM:

Xena and Hercules can also be seen in the animated film:

Hercules & Xena: The Battle For Mount Olympus.less «

• Gabrielle's fighting skills

  I think that Gabrielle's fighting skills vary from episode to episode, the writers seem to play with her skill level to...more »

  I think that Gabrielle's fighting skills vary from episode to episode, the writers seem to play with her skill level to fit the plot. Obviously, she grows throughout the entire series, and I'm not talking about that. But I just watched Succession and then a little later I watched Little Problems, and Gabrielle's skills varied immensely between the two, which were only episodes apart. But is it just me, or is there really an inconsistency? less «

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• XWP: The Agree/Disagree Game

  Since the other 2 boards are doing so well... why not make another fun one. So basically a statement is written down and you have to agree or disagree then make a new statement. Xena's still alive. (Because she was cloned in Send in The Clones)

  Since the other 2 boards are doing so well... why not make another fun one. So basically a statement is written down and you have to agree or disagree then make a new statement. Xena's still alive. (Because she was cloned in Send in The Clones) less «

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• actors used for different roles

  i was just curious what actors that played different characters on the show annoyed you? for example, Karl Urban (who played...more »

  i was just curious what actors that played different characters on the show annoyed you? for example, Karl Urban (who played Caesar) also played cupid in "For Him the Bell Tolls". it absolutely annoyed me just for the simple fact that hello! xena's worst enemy, and probably one of the most hated characters on the show....as Cupid? Caesar-ruthless, ignorant, arrogant, obsessed and unfair....Cupid-all for love. i thought it was ridiculous. lolless «

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  6 Fair

  Exploring the possibilities, if only there was an adult version to look into the sexual tension between gabriel an xena hide « show »

  Throughout there are the occasional kisses the long glances the hand holding the "spark" that if set between a male female duo would lead us to believe there is a romantic interest on the parts of the two characters, however is that the case in xena? i think its deliberate made this way i mean leather bound dominatrix with naive young girl, come on its just a blatant exploitation of sexual perversions to retain a predominantly male audience and i am not in the least ashamed to say that at the time it was more for lucy lawless than xena that i watched the show

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  barrymead29 Added Mar 22, 2009 All my reviews
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  10 Perfect

  Xena was first introduced as the ruthless Warrior Princess in 'Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.' Hercules helped Xena to see the errors of her ways and from their she sent off on her own path of redemption which brings us to 'Xena, Warrior Princess.' hide « show »

  A true classic!! I happen to come across Xena again one day on TV and began watching it again, its going through the series and is on everyday. There's no joke, Xena is truly one of my guilty pleasures. Who doesn't love a hot leather clad warrior who battles the forces of darkness? Xena surly is a woman who can take care of herself!! And Ares? *phew* ones of the main reason i started watching the show in the first place, he is defiantly one gorgeous hunk tall dark and handsome! I love how far the relationship between Xena and Ares has come so far... The God of War in love with the Warrior Princess, who would have thought.

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  xhunterkisses Added Jan 26, 2009 All my reviews
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  10 Perfect

  Personally this is one of my favourite shows everamazing story lines and actor/actresses and just an all around good show... hide « show »

  Personally this is one of my favourite shows ever...i remember watching it when i was younger and now have gotten back into it in the part couple of years...there has yet to be a show that i think can top it...amazing story lines and actor/actresses and just an all around good show...the best season i would have to say would be season...well i just cant seem to decide between the seasons becasue they are all amazing...hands down i give this show 10 out of 10...there is nothing better than two girls doing good for the world and kicking some but while they are at it...you think you know of a better show?...tell me...

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  dexter098 Added Dec 8, 2008 All my reviews
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  9 Superb

  Xena and Gabrielle arrive to do a friend a favour - and end up trying to stop a war. hide « show »

  One of my favourite Xena episodes, this has everything. Drama, comedy, character development, you name it!
  
  It's also nice to see Gabrielle being given a larger role, especially since she heavily overacted, although that was part of the appeal.
  
  Xena was her usual brilliant self, going from semi-vamp contestant to suspicious, ever-watchful Xena in a heartbeat. Her handling of the snake scene was worth the giggles to watch, as was the scene where she re-designed the dress.
  
  The best scene however, was the catwalk practice, which showed the usually poised and precise Xena as a complete klutz in feminine matters.
  
  All things taken, it's a good episode with a good feel. And the final two scenes were well worth watching the rest.

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  Dakhur Added Nov 15, 2008 All my reviews
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  9 Superb

  One of my favorite shows of all time. hide « show »

  Where to start? This is most definitely a classic show with underrated acting by both the leads, and the many guest stars. An offshoot from Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, Xena is so much more than that. The basic premise is Xena, a former evil warlord is seeking redemption for past sins. Xena is a strong character - both physically, and in spirit. Conflicted is the best way to describe the Warrior Princess. The other main character is Gabrielle who is my favorite of the two (though Xena is awesome too) due to her beauty, and the fact her character arc is far reaching as the once young girl becauses a mighty warrior in her own right. The show often mixes the dramatic with the comedy (with a healthy does of action). The comedy is usually funny; but I feel the show is absolutely at its best with the dramatic moments myself. X:WP lasted 6 seasons, and covered A LOT of ground yet I still wish it lasted longer. Awesome show that is severely underrated, and underappreciated.
  
  Long Live X:WP!

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  Volourn Added Nov 14, 2008 All my reviews