A Royal Affair (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film
Released in 1949, A Royal Affair is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Marc-Gilbert Sauvajon, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Mme Beaudrier, the wife of a Parliamentary Senator, hurls a pastry at visiting King Joan IV of Cerdagne, sparking off a series of farcical events involving all levels of the government and their mistresses.
Who’s in it. A Royal Affair stars Maurice Chevalier as The King, Alfred Adam as Beaudrier, Sophie Desmarets as Mme Beaudrier and Annie Ducaux as Therese Marnix, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Royal Affair page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Royal Affair tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Royal Affair (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Royal Affair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Royal Affair?
- A Royal Affair stars Maurice Chevalier, Alfred Adam, Sophie Desmarets, Annie Ducaux and Robert Vattier.
- When was A Royal Affair released?
- A Royal Affair was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.