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The Girl King

2015·Movie
1h 46min
47
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Metacritic375.0Rotten Tomatoes42%47%
IMDb5.9Metacritic375.0Rotten Tomatoes42%47%

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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, politics, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

A portrait of the brilliant, extravagant Kristina of Sweden, queen from age six, who fights the conservative forces that are against her ideas to modernize Sweden and who have no tolerance for her awakening sexuality.
Historical DramaBiographicalLGBTQ+ ThemesPolitical IntrigueCharacter StudyFeminist PerspectiveEuropean HistoryRoyal CourtStrong Female Lead

Crew

Directed by:
Mika Kaurismäki, Marjorie Hamel
Written by:
Michel Marc Bouchard
Produced by:
Mika Kaurismäki, Jenny Lewis, Arnie Gelbart
Composed by:
Simon Meilleur, Anssi Tikanmäki, Michel B. Bordeleau

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Girl King

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Where can I stream The Girl King legally?

PrimeThe RokuKanopyFandango at Home FreePlexXumo PlayTubi TV

The Girl King is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Girl King worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 42%, and Metacritic 37). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Girl King rated?

Sexual contentNudity

Content advisories: sexual content and nudity.

How long is The Girl King?

1 h 46 min

The Girl King runs 1 h 46 min.

Is The Girl King based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Girl King?

Critics40
Audiences52

Not quite. Audiences rate The Girl King higher (52) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Girl King in?

EnglishGermanFrench

It was made in English, with some German, French. Produced in Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch The Girl King?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Girl King in 36 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.