If I Were King
1938, English. Directed by Frank Lloyd.
His Love-Making Was as Dangerous as His Sword-Play
King Louis XI masquerades as a commoner in Paris, seeking out the treachery he is sure lurks in his kingdom. At a local tavern, he overhears the brash poet François Villon extolling why he would be a better king. Annoyed yet intrigued, the King bestows on Villon the title of Grand Constable. Soon Villon begins work and falls for a lovely lady-in-waiting, but then must flee execution when the King turns on him.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Frank LloydDirector
- Ronald ColmanFrançois Villon
- Basil RathboneLouis XI
- Frances DeeKatherine de Vaucelles
- Ellen DrewHuguette
- C. V. FranceFather Villon
- Henry WilcoxonCaptain of the Watch
- Heather ThatcherThe Queen
- Stanley RidgesRene de Montigny
- Bruce LesterNoel de Jolys
- Alma LloydColette
- Walter KingsfordTristan l'Hermite
- Sidney TolerRobin Turgis
Details
- Released
- 28 September 1938
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Preston Sturges
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What If I Were King is based on
If I Were King is based on If I Were King, a 1901 novel by Justin Huntly McCarthy.
Novel · 1901
If I Were King
By Justin Huntly McCarthy
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If I Were King runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
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If I Were King parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
If I Were King is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is If I Were King on?
If I Were King isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like If I Were King?
If you liked If I Were King, try The Man in the Iron Mask, Ben-Hur, For Whom the Bell Tolls.
Who directed If I Were King?
If I Were King (1938) was directed by Frank Lloyd and stars Ronald Colman, Basil Rathbone, Frances Dee.
What is If I Were King based on?
If I Were King is based on If I Were King, a 1901 novel by Justin Huntly McCarthy.