The King and I
"The All New Animated Family Spectacular Adapted From The Musical By Rodgers And Hammerstein"
Originally released in 1999. The King and I is a animation/family film. directed by Richard Rich. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Miranda Richardson, Martin Vidnovic, and Ian Richardson
Synopsis
Widowed Welsh mother Anna Loenowens becomes a governess and English tutor to the wives and many children of the stubborn King Mongkut of Siam. Anna and the King have a clash of personalities as she works to teach the royal family about the English language, customs and etiquette, and rushes to prepare a party for a group of European diplomats who must change their opinions about the King.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (115 votes)
Budget
$25M
Production budget
Box Office
$12M
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Miranda Richardson
as Anna Leonowens (voice)
Martin Vidnovic
as The King of Siam (voice)
Ian Richardson
as The Kralahome (voice)
Darrell Hammond
as Master Little (voice)
Christiane Noll
as Anna Leonowens (singing voice)
Adam Wylie
as Louis Leonowens (voice)
Sean Smith
as Sir Edward Ramsay (voice)
Kenny Baker
as Captain Orton (voice)
Ed Trotta
as Sir Edward's Captain (voice)
Tony Pope
as Burmese Emissary (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $25,000,000
- Revenue
- $12,000,000
Production Companies
- NEST Family Entertainment
- Rich Animation Studios
- Morgan Creek Entertainment
- Rankin/Bass Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The King and I about?
Widowed Welsh mother Anna Loenowens becomes a governess and English tutor to the wives and many children of the stubborn King Mongkut of Siam. Anna and the King have a clash of personalities as she...
Who directed The King and I?
The King and I was directed by Richard Rich.
How long is The King and I?
The King and I has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The King and I released?
The King and I was released on March 19, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The King and I?
The main cast of The King and I includes Miranda Richardson, Martin Vidnovic, Ian Richardson, Darrell Hammond, Christiane Noll.
Is The King and I worth watching?
The King and I has a user rating of 5.4/10 based on 115 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.