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The King and I

G19562h 13mWalter Lang
IMDb 7.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 93% · Metacritic 72

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"More than your eyes have ever seen… More than your heart has ever known!"

Widowed Welsh mother Anna Leonowens 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The King and I (1956) about?

Widowed Welsh mother Anna Leonowens 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.

Who stars in The King and I?

The King and I stars Deborah Kerr (Anna Leonowens), Yul Brynner (King Mongkut of Siam), Rita Moreno (Tuptim), Martin Benson (Kralahome), Terry Saunders (Lady Thiang). The film was directed by Walter Lang.

How long is The King and I?

The King and I has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1956. It is rated G.

Is The King and I worth watching?

The King and I holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 93. Fans of Romance, History, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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