The Kid Who Would Be King (2019) movie poster

The Kid Who Would Be King (2019)

"An army to fight. A demon to slay. A world to save. No pressure."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 47%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 78% (RT: 90%, MC: 66) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Joe Cornish
Runtime
2h
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (820 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
90%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Louis Ashbourne Serkis as Alexander "Alex" Elliot
Dean Chaumoo as Bedders
Tom Taylor as Lance
Denise Gough as Mrs. Elliot
Angus Imrie as Merlin
Patrick Stewart as Old Merlin
Rebecca Ferguson as Morgana
Audiences say no. Just 47% of audiences liked it based on 820 votes. Critics rated it higher at 78%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Louis Ashbourne Serkis spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of The Kid Who Would Be King was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of The Kid Who Would Be King, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Kid Who Would Be King is a 2019 action, adventure, fantasy film directed by Joe Cornish. Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin.

Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors. The film has been rated by 820 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, The Kid Who Would Be King delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Kid Who Would Be King (2019) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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