The King Without a Crown
Originally released in 1937. The King Without a Crown is a history/mystery film. directed by Jacques Tourneur. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carey Wilson, Scotty Beckett, and John Burton
Synopsis
This short explores the possibility that Louis XVII, son of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, escaped death during the French Revolution and was raised by Indians in America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 9, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Carey Wilson
as Narrator (voice)
Scotty Beckett
as Louis XVII, the Dauphin (uncredited)
John Burton
as Inquiring French Nobleman Hudson (uncredited)
Doris Lloyd
as Marie Antoinette (uncredited)
Leonard Mudie
as Missionary Eleazar Williams (uncredited)
Zeffie Tilbury
as Dying Duchess Marie (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The King Without a Crown about?
This short explores the possibility that Louis XVII, son of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, escaped death during the French Revolution and was raised by Indians in America.
Who directed The King Without a Crown?
The King Without a Crown was directed by Jacques Tourneur.
How long is The King Without a Crown?
The King Without a Crown has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was The King Without a Crown released?
The King Without a Crown was released on October 9, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The King Without a Crown?
The main cast of The King Without a Crown includes Carey Wilson, Scotty Beckett, John Burton, Doris Lloyd, Leonard Mudie.