The Kingdom movie poster

The Kingdom

"A baptism of fear awaits you."

November 24, 1994 4h 35m 7.8/10 (253 votes)

Originally released in 1994. The Kingdom is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Lars von Trier. With a runtime of 4h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Ernst-Hugo Järegård, Kirsten Rolffes, and Holger Juul Hansen

Synopsis

At The Kingdom, Denmark's most technologically advanced hospital, a number of strange and otherworldly events begin occurring, much to the dismay of its doctors and patients. A ghostly ambulance appears and disappears, the voice of a little girl calls to a patient in an elevator shaft, and a doctor's fetus begins growing at an alarming rate.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 24, 1994 31 years ago
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Runtime 4h 35m 275 minutes total
User Rating 7.8/10 Great (253 votes)
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Budget $1.5M Production budget
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Language DA Original language
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Country Denmark + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DA
Budget
$1,500,000

Production Companies

  • DR
  • SVT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Kingdom about?

At The Kingdom, Denmark's most technologically advanced hospital, a number of strange and otherworldly events begin occurring, much to the dismay of its doctors and patients. A ghostly ambulance ap...

Who directed The Kingdom?

The Kingdom was directed by Lars von Trier.

How long is The Kingdom?

The Kingdom has a runtime of 4 hours and 35 minutes (275 minutes total).

When was The Kingdom released?

The Kingdom was released on November 24, 1994 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Kingdom?

The main cast of The Kingdom includes Ernst-Hugo Järegård, Kirsten Rolffes, Holger Juul Hansen, Søren Pilmark, Ghita Nørby.

Is The Kingdom worth watching?

The Kingdom has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 253 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.