Burlesk King (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1999, Burlesk King is a drama film directed by Mel Chionglo, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. Harry leaves Olongapo, the former site of American bases, with his best friend James. They end up in Manila where they soon find work as macho dancers in a gay bar run by Mama Odette. Harry has a troubled past -- his American father used to pimp him and his mother, Betty. When his father accidentally killed his mother, Harry struck out on his own. He made a vow to kill his father.
Who’s in it. Burlesk King stars Rodel Velayo as Harry, Leonardo Litton as James, Elizabeth Oropesa as Betty and Raymond Bagatsing as Mario, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Burlesk King has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Burlesk King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Burlesk King tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Burlesk King (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Burlesk King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Burlesk King worth watching?
- Burlesk King holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Burlesk King?
- Burlesk King stars Rodel Velayo, Leonardo Litton, Elizabeth Oropesa, Raymond Bagatsing and Cherry Pie Picache.
- When was Burlesk King released?
- Burlesk King was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.