King of Comics (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2012, King of Comics is a comedy and documentary film directed by Rosa von Praunheim, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. You may not recognize the name Ralf König, but you probably recognize his art. One of the most commercially successful German comic book creators, he is best known for books like “SchwulComix (GayComix)” that offer a twisted take on queer culture. Equal parts Tom of Finland and R. Crumb, König’s comics are sexually charged and often politically incorrect, portraying daily routines of gay life alongside serious subjects like AIDS. King of Comics is a touching portrait of a cutting-edge artist with a wicked sense of humor. All hail the king! —Jimmy Radosta
Who’s in it. King of Comics stars Ralf König as Himself, Joachim Król, Rosa von Praunheim and Olaf Gabriel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, King of Comics has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King of Comics page.
If you liked it. Fans of King of Comics tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch King of Comics (2012)?
- In US, King of Comics is available to rent or buy from YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is King of Comics worth watching?
- King of Comics holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in King of Comics?
- King of Comics stars Ralf König, Joachim Król, Rosa von Praunheim, Olaf Gabriel and René Krummenacher.
- When was King of Comics released?
- King of Comics was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.