King for a Day (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 8.7
Released in 1940, King for a Day is an animation film directed by Dave Fleischer, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Gabby has a letter to deliver to the king of Lilliput; when he arrives, the king is in the bath and Gabby tries on the royal robe. The king emerges and gives Gabby a stern look; Gabby hands over the letter and leaves quickly. The letter, however, is ominous: "Please be at home today; I have orders to shoot you."
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, King for a Day sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King for a Day page.
If you liked it. Fans of King for a Day tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch King for a Day (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King for a Day change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King for a Day worth watching?
- King for a Day holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was King for a Day released?
- King for a Day was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.