The King
Originally released in 1930. The King is a comedy film. directed by James W. Horne. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harry Langdon, Thelma Todd, and Dorothy Granger
Synopsis
The king is a juvenile dolt who tries the patience of the shrewish queen. While she's in the throne room awaiting him, he's outside playing with guns, drilling his soldiers, and dallying with the wife of a new minister. The queen catches him kissing her, her husband figures out that something fishy is going on, and the king tries his best to proceed with his plans for a night out. The queen contrives to keep him cuffed in the bedroom: king, queen, minister, and coquette end up in a game of musical beds. Will his royal highness get his night out?
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 1930
95 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
User Rating
3.6/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hal Roach Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The King about?
The king is a juvenile dolt who tries the patience of the shrewish queen. While she's in the throne room awaiting him, he's outside playing with guns, drilling his soldiers, and dallying with the w...
Who directed The King?
The King was directed by James W. Horne.
How long is The King?
The King has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was The King released?
The King was released on June 14, 1930 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The King?
The main cast of The King includes Harry Langdon, Thelma Todd, Dorothy Granger, Charles McAvoy, Brad Michigan.