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A King in New York

G1h 44m1957Charlie Chaplin
IMDb: 7.0/10Rotten: 80%
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"The King of Comedians!"

A recently-deposed "Estrovian" monarch seeks shelter in New York City, where he becomes an accidental television celebrity. Later, he's wrongly accused of being a Communist and gets caught up in subsequent HUAC hearings.

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Frequently asked questions

What is A King in New York (1957) about?

A recently-deposed "Estrovian" monarch seeks shelter in New York City, where he becomes an accidental television celebrity. Later, he's wrongly accused of being a Communist and gets caught up in subsequent HUAC hearings.

Who stars in A King in New York?

A King in New York stars Charlie Chaplin (King Shahdov), Maxine Audley (Queen Irene), Jerry Desmonde (Prime Minister Voudel), Oliver Johnston (Ambassador Jaume), Dawn Addams (Ann Kay - TV Specialist). The film was directed by Charlie Chaplin.

How long is A King in New York?

A King in New York has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1957. It is rated G.

Is A King in New York worth watching?

A King in New York holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of Comedy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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