The King (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1987, The King is a comedy and drama film directed by Juan Carlos Torrico, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Perico leaves the orphanage. Innocent and naive, he falls into the hands of people who rob him, but he is saved by Pepe, a roguish boy with a good heart. With him he begins a friendship that will lead him to different adventures, among which he will meet love, music and his idol Vico and his band Karicia
Who’s in it. The King stars Carlos Criado as Perico, Julio Marcone as Pepe, Bélgica Rodas and Antonio Aguinaga, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The King 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 The King page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The King (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The King worth watching?
- The King holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The King?
- The King stars Carlos Criado, Julio Marcone, Bélgica Rodas, Antonio Aguinaga and Augusto Varillas.
- When was The King released?
- The King was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.