King of the Underground (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2011, King of the Underground is a comedy, drama and horror film directed by Dex Elliott Sanders, running about 111 minutes. “Making The Industry Pay For All The Lies” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Part true story, part fiction, King of the Underground is a dark comedy about a frustrated rap artist who goes on an all out murderous killing spree after years of being rejected by the music industry.
Who’s in it. King of the Underground stars Dex Elliott Sanders as D.E.X., Paula Jai Parker as Elizabeth Gayle, Faizon Love as Faizon and Reginald Ballard as Tito, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, King of the Underground has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King of the Underground page.
If you liked it. Fans of King of the Underground tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch King of the Underground (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King of the Underground change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King of the Underground worth watching?
- King of the Underground holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in King of the Underground?
- King of the Underground stars Dex Elliott Sanders, Paula Jai Parker, Faizon Love, Reginald Ballard and Malcolm-Jamal Warner.
- When was King of the Underground released?
- King of the Underground was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.