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The Kingdom

1994 · 275 min · Director: Lars von Trier

The Kingdom (1994) is a fantasy drama, directed by Lars von Trier. It stars Ernst-Hugo Järegård and Kirsten Rolffes. The 275-minute film holds an audience score of 7.8/10.

What The Kingdom Is About

Strange things happen in a large Copenhagen hospital, and the staff are too occupied with their own rivalries to attend to them. Lars von Trier built it in a yellow filtered, handheld and deliberately dirty image, with horror and comedy occupying the same scene. The arrogance of the doctors, the gossip in the dish room and the seances are all given equal seriousness. The director addressing the camera at the end of each episode became its signature. Made for television and now discussed as cinema. It does not resolve.

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What is The Kingdom about?

Strange things happen in a large Copenhagen hospital, and the staff are too occupied with their own rivalries to attend to them. Lars von Trier built it in a yellow filtered, handheld and deliberately dirty image, with horror and comedy occupying the same scene.

Where can I watch The Kingdom?

The Kingdom isn't currently listed on major digital platforms. Availability can change over time. Check the "Where to Watch" section for the latest.

How long is The Kingdom?

The Kingdom runs for 275 minutes (4h 35m).

When did The Kingdom come out?

The Kingdom was released in 1994.

Who directed The Kingdom?

The Kingdom was directed by Lars von Trier.

Who stars in The Kingdom?

The Kingdom stars Ernst-Hugo Järegård, Kirsten Rolffes, Holger Juul Hansen, Søren Pilmark.

What is The Kingdom's rating?

The Kingdom holds 7.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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