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The King

2006, English. Directed by James Marsh.

The devil made me do it.

When Elvis Valderez is honourably discharged from the Navy, he heads to the small Texas town of Corpus Christi, where he introduces himself to Pastor David Sandow, his long-lost father, soon becoming a stalwart member of the church.

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Runtime
1h 45m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.0/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch The King

The King is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and Cineverse in India.

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Released
5 May 2006
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Written by
Milo Addica, James Marsh
Box office
$757K
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Is The King worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The King?

The King runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).

Does The King have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for The King. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

The King parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The King is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is The King on?

The King is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and Cineverse in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like The King?

If you liked The King, try Ken Park, Butterfly on a Wheel, The Killing of Two Lovers.

Who directed The King?

The King (2006) was directed by James Marsh and stars Gael García Bernal, William Hurt, Pell James.

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