If you loved
Conan the Barbarian
John Milius · Film · 1982
What hooked you in Conan the Barbarian was the raw struggle of an outcast carving his own path through unforgiving worlds.
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Adaptation
Conan the Destroyer
Richard Fleischer · Film · 1984
Inspired by
The Northman
Film · 2022
Books on the same thread
Shannara
Terry Brooks · Book · 1977
Shares a thread with Conan the Barbarian: Epic Fantasy.
Like the protagonist of Conan the Barbarian, the heroes here must undertake a perilous quest that tests their resolve and destiny against a looming, ancient evil force.
Conan: Lord of the Mount
Stephen Graham Jones · Book · 2023
Shares 2 threads with Conan the Barbarian: Sword and Sorcery, Heroic Fantasy.
This collection captures the visceral, mythic spirit of Conan the Barbarian, delivering the same brutal, fast-paced survival tales that defined the character’s original literary legacy for modern readers.
Tarzan
Edgar Rice Burroughs · Book · 1914
Shares a thread with Conan the Barbarian: Survival.
If the coming-of-age journey in Conan the Barbarian resonated with you, you will appreciate this classic tale of a lone survivor finding his identity within a savage, untamed wilderness.
Conan and the People of the Black Circle
Fred Van Lente, Robert Ervin Howard · Book · 2014
Shares 3 threads with Conan the Barbarian: Revenge, Good vs. Evil, Sword and Sorcery.
This story mirrors the gritty, revenge-driven narratives found in Conan the Barbarian, featuring high-stakes political intrigue and the relentless combat prowess of the iconic Cimmerian warrior himself.
Series on the same thread
Future Boy Conan
Series · 1978
Shares a thread with Conan the Barbarian: Loss of Innocence.
Much like the origin story of Conan the Barbarian, this series follows an isolated protagonist who must survive the loss of his world and navigate a dangerous landscape.
Spartacus
Steven S. DeKnight · Series · 2010
Shares a thread with Conan the Barbarian: Revenge.
The brutal, enslavement-driven path to vengeance in this series echoes the core struggle of Conan the Barbarian, focusing on a man fighting to reclaim his stolen freedom.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
George Lucas · Series · 2008
Explores: Good vs Evil, War, Jedi Order.
While set in space, the grand scale of war and the focus on moral conflict between factions will appeal to those who enjoyed the epic battles of Conan the Barbarian.
Thundarr the Barbarian
Steve Gerber · Series · 1980
Shares a thread with Conan the Barbarian: Good vs. Evil.
Fans of Conan the Barbarian will recognize the familiar heroic archetype in this journey, as a wandering warrior fights against dark forces to bring hope to a ruined world.
Podcasts on the same thread
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf · Podcast · 2026
Explores: parasocial relationships, professional intimacy, self-deprecating humor.
While comedic, the focus on the singular, complex life of the man behind the name Conan provides a modern, conversational look at the figure who inspired Conan the Barbarian.
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Dan Carlin · Podcast · 2025
Explores: civilizational collapse, human nature, moral ambiguity.
The exploration of civilizational collapse and human nature in these podcasts mirrors the darker, philosophical undertones regarding power and survival present in the world of Conan the Barbarian.
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Common questions
What order should I watch Conan the Barbarian and its sequel?
You should watch Conan the Barbarian first to understand the origin of the character as he seeks vengeance against Thulsa Doom. After finishing the 1982 film, you can continue the story by watching the 1984 sequel, Conan the Destroyer.
Is Conan the Barbarian related to The Northman?
While The Northman is not a direct sequel to Conan the Barbarian, both films feature themes of violent vengeance and warriors navigating a brutal wilderness. If you enjoyed the gritty tone and quest for retribution in Conan the Barbarian, The Northman is a fitting follow-up.
How long was Conan enslaved in Conan the Barbarian?
In the 1982 film Conan the Barbarian, the protagonist is enslaved for years on The Wheel of Pain after a horde of warriors massacres his parents. This period of captivity is essential to his transformation into a killing machine before he begins his journey.
What is the primary motivation for Conan in Conan the Barbarian?
The primary motivation for the protagonist in Conan the Barbarian is seeking vengeance against Thulsa Doom. Doom is the man responsible for the massacre of his family and the enslavement of Conan during his childhood, which drives the character throughout the film.