King of the Butterflies
2022, IS. Directed by Olaf de Fleur Johannesson.
Darryl Francis (55), an ex-convict in Los Angeles can't get a job after returning from prison. In the hope of providing for his wife and three kids, he dreams of becoming a professional writer. After many failed attempts, Darryl reaches out to an Icelandic friend and writing therapist for help. Together they decide to document his battle against procrastination and past pain, in the hope of unlocking his writing talent.
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Post-credits
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- Released
- 26 September 2022
- Country
- Iceland
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King of the Butterflies runs 73 minutes (1h 13m).
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Which OTT platform is King of the Butterflies on?
King of the Butterflies isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like King of the Butterflies?
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Who directed King of the Butterflies?
King of the Butterflies (2022) was directed by Olaf de Fleur Johannesson and stars Carol L. Cook-Francis, Marquis J. Riley, Tayshia Riley.