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The King
“The devil made me do it.”
6.0 / 10• 2006• 1h 45m•R• English
DramaThriller
Storyline
When Elvis Valderez is honourably discharged from the Navy, he heads to the small Texas town of Corpus Christi, where he introduces himself to Pastor David Sandow, his long-lost father, soon becoming a stalwart member of the church.
Cast & Crew
Gael García Bernal
Elvis Valderez
Lead
William Hurt
Pastor David Sandow
Pell James
Malerie
Paul Dano
Paul
Laura Harring
Twyla
Derek Alvarado
Scoot
Monica Peña
Brothel Manager
Milo Addica
Bruno
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. James Marsh's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The King is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
