The King

The King

2019 · 140 min · EN · R · 7.2 (3,575 votes)
Dir. David Michôd · Starring Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, Sean Harris, Tom Glynn-Carney, Lily-Rose Depp, Thomasin McKenzie · Music Nicholas Britell

All hail.

DramaHistoryWar

England, 15th century. Hal, a capricious prince who lives among the populace far from court, is forced by circumstances to reluctantly accept the throne and become Henry V.

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This is a somber, gritty historical epic that immerses you in the brutal realities of medieval power. It feels intensely regal and melancholic, exploring the heavy burden of duty and the isolating nature of leadership. The cinematic grandeur and steady pace allow for a deeply felt, immersive experience.

sombergrittyepicintenseregalsteadyhistorical epicgritty realismperiod dramacinematic grandeurburden of leadershippowerdutylegacycoming-of-age
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biographybased on true storyhundred years' warhistorical fictionbritish historymentor protégé relationshipking of englandcostume drama15th centurybritish monarchymedieval englandfather son relationshipmedieval france
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