The King's Whore (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1990, The King's Whore is a drama, romance and history film directed by Axel Corti, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the 17th-century, an Italian nobleman weds an impoverished countess, who is wooed by the King of Piedmont and faces pressure from his entire court to succumb to his wishes.
Who’s in it. The King's Whore stars Timothy Dalton as King Vittorio Amadeo, Valeria Golino as Jeanne de Luynes, Stéphane Freiss as Comte di Verua and Robin Renucci as Charles de Luynes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The King's Whore has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The King's Whore page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King's Whore tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The King's Whore (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King's Whore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The King's Whore worth watching?
- The King's Whore holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The King's Whore?
- The King's Whore stars Timothy Dalton, Valeria Golino, Stéphane Freiss, Robin Renucci and Margaret Tyzack.
- When was The King's Whore released?
- The King's Whore was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.