Movie

If I Were King

“His Love-Making Was as Dangerous as His Sword-Play”

★ 7.1(14)19381h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Frank Lloyd
Release date: 1938-09-28
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

About If I Were King

If I Were King is a 1938 movie in the Adventure and History genres, directed by Frank Lloyd, starring Ronald Colman, Basil Rathbone and Frances Dee. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch If I Were King in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

King Louis XI masquerades as a commoner in Paris, seeking out the treachery he is sure lurks in his kingdom. At a local tavern, he overhears the brash poet François Villon extolling why he would be a better king. Annoyed yet intrigued, the King bestows on Villon the title of Grand Constable. Soon Villon begins work and falls for a lovely lady-in-waiting, but then must flee execution when the King turns on him.

Cast

Ronald Colman

François Villon

Basil Rathbone

Louis XI

Frances Dee

Katherine de Vaucelles

Ellen Drew

Huguette

C. V. France

Father Villon

Henry Wilcoxon

Captain of the Watch

Heather Thatcher

The Queen

Stanley Ridges

Rene de Montigny

Bruce Lester

Noel de Jolys

Alma Lloyd

Colette

Walter Kingsford

Tristan l'Hermite

Sidney Toler

Robin Turgis

Themes & keywords

paris, francebased on novel or bookimprisonmentcowardicepoetromancethieftorturekingimpersonationnobilitystarvationpoorturncoat15th century

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch If I Were King in South Africa?+

If I Were King is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is If I Were King on Netflix?+

If I Were King is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is If I Were King?+

If I Were King has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in If I Were King?+

If I Were King stars Ronald Colman, Basil Rathbone, Frances Dee, Ellen Drew and C. V. France.

When did If I Were King come out?+

If I Were King is a 1938 movie directed by Frank Lloyd.

What genre is If I Were King?+

If I Were King is Adventure and History film.

Who directed If I Were King?+

If I Were King was directed by Frank Lloyd.