Vagabond King (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 3

Released in 1953, Vagabond King is an adventure film directed by Roland af Hällström, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. The young Count Martin von Tandenskiöld (Ekke Hämäläinen), who has returned from the war, is forced into a battle with a Russian colonel after he harasses his bride Karinia (Raili Mäki). Chased by the Cossacks, Martin escapes and joins the old Wanderer (Anton Soini). On the way, Martin encounters adventures and beautiful women
Who’s in it. Vagabond King stars Tuija Halonen, Ekke Hämäläinen as Martti, Mirja Mane as Manja and Anton Soini, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Vagabond King has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Vagabond King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Vagabond King tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Vagabond King (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vagabond King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Vagabond King worth watching?
- Vagabond King holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Vagabond King?
- Vagabond King stars Tuija Halonen, Ekke Hämäläinen, Mirja Mane, Anton Soini and Raili Mäki.
- When was Vagabond King released?
- Vagabond King was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.