Where can I watch The King and the Jester (1908)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King and the Jester change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is The King and the Jester worth watching?

The King and the Jester holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

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The King and the Jester (1908): cast, story & where to watch

1908 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1908, The King and the Jester is a notable film directed by Georges Méliès, running about 5 minutes.

What it’s about. French short about King Francis I and his jester Triboulet, who form the basis for Hugo's play Le roi s'amuse (and Verdi's opera Rigoletto).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The King and the Jester has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The King and the Jester page.

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Where can I watch The King and the Jester (1908)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King and the Jester change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The King and the Jester worth watching?: The King and the Jester holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.