The King Is Alive
2000, English. Directed by Kristian Levring.
As the sand shifts... madness nears.
Stranded in the heat of a barren African desert, eleven bus-passengers shelter in the remnants of an abandoned town. As rescue grows more remote by the day and anxiety deepens, an idea emerges: why not stage a play. However the choice of King Lear only manages to plunge this disparate group of travelers into turmoil as they struggle to overcome both nature's wrath and their own morality.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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The King Is Alive is streaming on Philo in India.
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- Released
- 11 May 2000
- Country
- Denmark, Sweden, United States of America
- Written by
- Kristian Levring, Anders Thomas Jensen
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How long is The King Is Alive?
The King Is Alive runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does The King Is Alive have a post-credits scene?
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The King Is Alive parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The King Is Alive is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The King Is Alive on?
The King Is Alive is streaming on Philo in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The King Is Alive?
If you liked The King Is Alive, try Salomé, The Young One, Scarecrow.
Who directed The King Is Alive?
The King Is Alive (2000) was directed by Kristian Levring and stars Romane Bohringer, David Calder, Jennifer Jason Leigh.