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Mathias M Larsen
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Hal, wayward prince and reluctant heir to the English throne, has turned his back on royal life and lives among the people. But after The death of Hal's brother (who was to be the next king according to the declaration of King Henry IV), before Hal...

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Cast & Crew

David Michôd
Director
Joel Edgerton
As Falstaff
Ben Mendelsohn
As King Henry IV
Thibault de Montalembert
As King Charles VI
Tara Fitzgerald
As Hooper
Andrew Havill
As Archbishop of Canterbury
Robert Pattinson
As The Dauphin
Sean Harris
As William

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The King is a historical drama film that tells the story of Hal, a rebellious prince who ascends to the throne of England and must navigate palace politics, war, and his own past demons to become a powerful king. Despite his reluctance to take on the role, Hal must confront his father's legacy and the challenges that come with ruling a kingdom. The film follows Hal's journey as he faces treacherous nobles, battles against France, and grapples with his own sense of identity. With stunning cinematography and powerful performances, The King offers a fresh take on Shakespeare's classic tale of royalty, betrayal, and redemption.

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You can stream The King on: Netflix

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The King was released for streaming on November 1, 2019.