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2019 · Movie · 2h 20m · R
The King
CriticsCritics: 67
AudienceAudience: 7.5
In 15th-century England, a wayward prince living away from court is unexpectedly drawn into royal responsibility. Forced to accept the throne, he must navigate political pressure, personal doubts, and the demands of leadership as conflict threatens the kingdom.
My takeYou’ll like this if you enjoy gritty historical dramas, morally conflicted rulers, and brutal medieval battles, with a serious tone reminiscent of Outlaw King; Not for you if you need fast pacing or strict history.
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Cast
Joel EdgertonTimothée ChalametSean HarrisTom Glynn-CarneyLily-Rose DeppThomasin McKenzieRobert PattinsonBen Mendelsohn
Director
David Michôd
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