The King Is Alive (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2000, The King Is Alive is a drama film directed by Kristian Levring, running about 110 minutes. “As the sand shifts... madness nears.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Stranded in the heat of a barren African desert, eleven bus-passengers shelter in the remnants of an abandoned town. As rescue grows more remote by the day and anxiety deepens, an idea emerges: why not stage a play. However the choice of King Lear only manages to plunge this disparate group of travelers into turmoil as they struggle to overcome both nature's wrath and their own morality.
Who’s in it. The King Is Alive stars Romane Bohringer as Catherine, David Calder as Charles, Jennifer Jason Leigh as Gina and David Bradley as Henry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The King Is Alive has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The King Is Alive page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King Is Alive tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The King Is Alive (2000)?
- In US, The King Is Alive is available to stream on Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The King Is Alive worth watching?
- The King Is Alive holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The King Is Alive?
- The King Is Alive stars Romane Bohringer, David Calder, Jennifer Jason Leigh, David Bradley and Brion James.
- When was The King Is Alive released?
- The King Is Alive was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.