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The First King

2019·Movie
2h 3min

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Catharsis7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Pathos6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Absurdist Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, war, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

A timeless story of love, blood, and conflict.

Romulus and Remus, two shepherds and loyal brothers, end up taking part to a journey that will lead one of them to be the founder of the greatest nation ever seen. However, the fate of the chosen one will pass from killing his own brother.
Brutal Historical DramaAncient Rome Origin StoryBrotherhood and BetrayalRaw and VisceralViolent SurvivalMythic FoundingIntense ActionTragic Destiny

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The First King legally?

The First King is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The First King worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The First King rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The First King?

2 h 3 min

The First King runs 2 h 3 min.

Was The First King a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$2 million

No. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 31% of its budget.

What language is The First King in?

Latin

It was made in Latin. Produced in Belgium, Italy.

In how many countries can I watch The First King?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The First King in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.