His Majesty the Barber (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1928, His Majesty the Barber is a comedy film directed by Ragnar Hyltén-Cavallius, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. A handsome barber in Sweden doesn't know he's actually the Crown Prince of a Balkan kingdom in this charming Swedish-German comedy that effortlessly weaves together multiple Ruritanian tropes.
Who’s in it. His Majesty the Barber stars Hans Junkermann as André Gregory, Enrique Rivero as Nicolo, Brita Appelgren as Astrid Svensson and Maria Paudler as Karin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, His Majesty the Barber 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 His Majesty the Barber page.
If you liked it. Fans of His Majesty the Barber tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch His Majesty the Barber (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for His Majesty the Barber change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is His Majesty the Barber worth watching?
- His Majesty the Barber holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in His Majesty the Barber?
- His Majesty the Barber stars Hans Junkermann, Enrique Rivero, Brita Appelgren, Maria Paudler and Fritz Alberti.
- When was His Majesty the Barber released?
- His Majesty the Barber was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.