A King in New York
"The King of Comedians!"
Originally released in 1957. A King in New York is a comedy film. directed by Charlie Chaplin.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Maxine Audley, and Jerry Desmonde
Synopsis
A recently-deposed "Estrovian" monarch seeks shelter in New York City, where he becomes an accidental television celebrity. Later, he's wrongly accused of being a Communist and gets caught up in subsequent HUAC hearings.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (224 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as King Shahdov
Maxine Audley
as Queen Irene
Jerry Desmonde
as Prime Minister Voudel
Oliver Johnston
as Ambassador Jaume
Dawn Addams
as Ann Kay - TV Specialist
Sidney James
as Johnson - TV Advertiser
Joan Ingram
as Mona Cromwell - Hostess
Michael Chaplin
as Rupert Macabee
John McLaren
as Macabee Senior
Phil Brown
as Headmaster
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Charles Chaplin Productions
- Attica Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A King in New York about?
A recently-deposed "Estrovian" monarch seeks shelter in New York City, where he becomes an accidental television celebrity. Later, he's wrongly accused of being a Communist and gets caught up in su...
Who directed A King in New York?
A King in New York was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is A King in New York?
A King in New York has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was A King in New York released?
A King in New York was released on September 12, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A King in New York?
The main cast of A King in New York includes Charlie Chaplin, Maxine Audley, Jerry Desmonde, Oliver Johnston, Dawn Addams.
Is A King in New York worth watching?
A King in New York has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 224 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.