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The King and I

1999·Movie
1h 27min·G
IMDb4.4Metacritic294.1Rotten Tomatoes13%41%

Where to watch

PrimePlex

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The King and I fingerprint

Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Hopeful and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

History, family, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The All New Animated Family Spectacular Adapted From The Musical By Rodgers And Hammerstein

Widowed Welsh mother Anna Loenowens becomes a governess and English tutor to the wives and many children of the stubborn King Mongkut of Siam. Anna and the King have a clash of personalities as she works to teach the royal family about the English language, customs and etiquette, and rushes to prepare a party for a group of European diplomats who must change their opinions about the King.
Historical MusicalEast Meets WestClash of CulturesRomance and CourtshipStrong Female LeadSocial CommentaryFamily DramaPolitically ChargedVisually Lush

Crew

Directed by:
Richard Rich
Written by:
Arthur Rankin Jr., Oscar Hammerstein II, Oscar Hammerstein II
Produced by:
Arthur Rankin Jr., Gary Barber, James G. Robinson
Composed by:
Richard Rodgers, Richard Rodgers, William Kidd

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The King and I

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The King and I legally?

PrimePlex

The King and I 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 Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The King and I worth watching?

33
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 33/100 (IMDb 4.4, Rotten Tomatoes 13%, and Metacritic 29). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The King and I rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The King and I?

1 h 27 min

The King and I runs 1 h 27 min.

Is The King and I based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The King and I?

Critics21
Audiences42

Not quite. Audiences rate The King and I higher (42) than critics (21). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The King and I a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$12 million

No. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 48% of its budget.

What language is The King and I in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The King and I?

10ATCADEECGBGGIENITRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The King and I in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The King and I use?

Painful RhymeScenery PornWhite Man's BurdenThe Mourning AfterMooningCovert PervertOdd FriendshipEnding by AscendingDance of RomanceOur Nudity Is DifferentCatch the ConscienceBarefoot Povertyand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for The King and I, including Painful Rhyme, Scenery Porn, White Man's Burden.