Where can I watch The God King (1974)?

In GB, The God King is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Who stars in The God King?

The God King stars Leigh Lawson, Oliver Tobias, Geoffrey Russell and Ravindra Randeniya.

1974 · Film

Released in 1974, The God King is a drama and history film directed by Lester James Peries, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. Epic tale set in 5th century Sri Lanka, following the battle for the throne between Kassapa and his father King Dhatusena

Who’s in it. The God King stars Leigh Lawson as Kasyapa, Oliver Tobias as Migara, Geoffrey Russell as King Dhatusena and Ravindra Randeniya as Moggallana.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The God King page.

If you liked it. Fans of The God King tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Where can I watch The God King (1974)?: In GB, The God King is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Who stars in The God King?: The God King stars Leigh Lawson, Oliver Tobias, Geoffrey Russell and Ravindra Randeniya.