

TV series
The King Who Never Was
2023, Italian, on Netflix.
This docuseries sheds light on the killing of a German teenager in '78 through the accounts of his sister and the royal family involved in the case.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 3
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Status
- Ended in 2023
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Latest episode
S1 E3: Confessions
Aired 4 July 2023
Seasons 1
Details
- First aired
- 4 July 2023
- Last aired
- 4 July 2023
- Network
- Netflix
- Original title
- Il principe
- Language
- Italian
- Country
- Italy
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- TV-14
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The King Who Never Was: quick answers
Is The King Who Never Was worth watching?
The King Who Never Was doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The King Who Never Was are there?
The King Who Never Was has 1 season and 3 episodes, about 45 minutes each.
Is The King Who Never Was finished?
Yes. The King Who Never Was ended in 2023, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The King Who Never Was on?
The King Who Never Was isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
The King Who Never Was parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The King Who Never Was is rated TV-14. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The King Who Never Was?
If you liked The King Who Never Was, try Death of the Pastor's Wife, Trust Me: The False Prophet, The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare.
