The King
Directed by David Michôd · 2019 ·
Is The King worth watching?
Yes. The King (2019) earns a 68% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as El rey Le Roi O Rei キング 더 킹: 헨리 5세 兰开斯特之王 國王 Kral
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Netflix
Where to watch The King by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| Indonesia | Netflix |
| Japan | Netflix |
| Malaysia | Netflix |
| Nigeria | Netflix |
| Pakistan | Netflix |
| Philippines | Netflix |
| South Africa | Netflix |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| Thailand | Netflix |
| Turkey | Netflix |
| United Arab Emirates | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Netflix |
| United States | Netflix |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (71/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (68%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (62/100).
- Celluloid Score 68% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Fans of Drama
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is The King worth watching?
Yes — The King earns a 68% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits fans of Drama, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
David Michôd’s Shakespearean Netflix epic — Pattinson’s flamboyant Dauphin needles Timothée Chalamet’s Hal.
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Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is The King about?
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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The King: frequently asked questions
Is The King worth watching?
Yes. The King (2019) has a Celluloid Score of 68%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch The King?
In the United States, The King streams on Netflix with a subscription. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; Netflix in Indonesia; Netflix in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The King?
The King runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
What is The King rated?
The King is rated R in the United States, MA15+ in Australia, M18 in Singapore, 18 in South Korea and R18+ in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The King?
The King is directed by David Michôd and stars Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, Sean Harris, Tom Glynn-Carney, Lily-Rose Depp.
What is the Metascore for The King?
Metacritic's Metascore for The King is 62 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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