The King (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2019, The King is a drama, war and history film directed by David Michôd, running about 140 minutes. “All hail” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. England, 15th century. Hal, a capricious prince who lives among the populace far from court, is forced by circumstances to reluctantly accept the throne and become Henry V.
Who’s in it. The King stars Timothée Chalamet as Hal, Joel Edgerton as Falstaff, Sean Harris as William and Tom Glynn-Carney as Hotspur, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The King has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The King page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The King (2019)?
- In US, The King is available to stream on Netflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The King worth watching?
- The King holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The King?
- The King stars Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, Sean Harris, Tom Glynn-Carney and Lily-Rose Depp.
- When was The King released?
- The King was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.