Anna and the King
1999, English. Directed by Andy Tennant.
The story of the romance between the King of Siam (now Thailand) and the widowed British school teacher Anna Leonowens during the 1860s. Anna teaches the children and becomes romanced by the King. She convinces him that a man can be loved by just one woman.
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 846 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Anna and the King
Anna and the King isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 16 December 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steve Meerson, Peter Krikes
- Budget
- $75M
- Box office
- $114M
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What Anna and the King is based on
Anna and the King is based on Anna and the King of Siam, a 1944 biographical novel by Margaret Landon.
Biographical novel · 1944
Anna and the King of Siam
By Margaret Landon
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Anna and the King: quick answers
Is Anna and the King worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 846 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Anna and the King?
Anna and the King runs 148 minutes (2h 28m).
Does Anna and the King have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Anna and the King. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Anna and the King parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Anna and the King is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Anna and the King on?
Anna and the King isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Anna and the King?
If you liked Anna and the King, try Anna and the King of Siam, The King and I, The Lady.
Who directed Anna and the King?
Anna and the King (1999) was directed by Andy Tennant and stars Jodie Foster, Chow Yun-Fat, Bai Ling.
What is Anna and the King based on?
Anna and the King is based on Anna and the King of Siam, a 1944 biographical novel by Margaret Landon.