If I Were King

If I Were King (1938)

Approved 11 Nov 1938 • Adventure, History • 1h 41m

In 1463, Paris is besieged by the Duke of Burgundy, arch-rival of the king, who is content to sit tight while the poor starve. But there are traitors in Paris, and King Louis goes undercover to find one, thereby meeting Francois Villon, poet, philosopher and rogue. By chance Villon kills the king's traitor and is ordered to replace him...as Grand Constable of France! But there's a catch...

Frank Lloyd
Director
Justin Huntly McCarthy, Lou Smith, Preston Sturges
Writer
Ronald Colman, Basil Rathbone, Frances Dee
Starring

Language: English
Awards: Nominated for 4 Oscars. 4 nominations total
Country: United States
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7.1

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