I Saw a King (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2025, I Saw a King is a comedy and history film directed by Giorgia Farina, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. 1936, in the aftermath of the Ethiopian occupation by Fascist Italy, under the incredulous gaze of the inhabitants of the small town in the Italian province Abraham Imirrù, an ethiopian prince and guerrila fighter is being held prisoner in the local Podesta garden's aviary. But for little Emilio, local recently force enlisted and reality-dissociated Balilla, he is Sandokan, the literal Salgari's character ...and he will be his hero.
Who’s in it. I Saw a King stars Edoardo Pesce as Podestà Marcello, Sara Serraiocco as Regina, Gabriel Gougsa as Abraham Imirrù and Marco Fiore as Emilio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, I Saw a King 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 I Saw a King page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Saw a King tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Saw a King (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Saw a King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Saw a King worth watching?
- I Saw a King holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in I Saw a King?
- I Saw a King stars Edoardo Pesce, Sara Serraiocco, Gabriel Gougsa, Marco Fiore and Lino Musella.
- When was I Saw a King released?
- I Saw a King was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.