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If I Were King

1938 · 101 min · Director: Frank Lloyd

If I Were King (1938) is an adventure drama, directed by Frank Lloyd. It stars Ronald Colman and Basil Rathbone. The 101-minute film holds an audience score of 7.1/10.

What If I Were King Is About

King Louis XI masquerades as a commoner in Paris, seeking out the treachery he is sure lurks in his kingdom. At a local tavern, he overhears the brash poet François Villon extolling why he would be a better king. Annoyed yet intrigued, the King bestows on Villon the title of Grand Constable. Soon Villon begins work and falls for a lovely lady-in-waiting, but then must flee execution when the King turns on him.

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What is If I Were King about?

King Louis XI masquerades as a commoner in Paris, seeking out the treachery he is sure lurks in his kingdom. At a local tavern, he overhears the brash poet François Villon extolling why he would be a better king.

Where can I watch If I Were King?

If I Were King is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is If I Were King?

If I Were King runs for 101 minutes (1h 41m).

When did If I Were King come out?

If I Were King was released in 1938.

Who directed If I Were King?

If I Were King was directed by Frank Lloyd.

Who stars in If I Were King?

If I Were King stars Ronald Colman, Basil Rathbone, Frances Dee, Ellen Drew.

What is If I Were King's rating?

If I Were King holds 7.1/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.

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