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65% Critic Match
King of California
“You've got to believe in treasure to find it.”
6.5 / 10• 2007• 1h 33m•PG-13• English
ComedyDrama
Storyline
Charlie gets released from an insane asylum and moves in with Miranda, the young daughter he left behind. Charlie believes that there is treasure hidden beneath the local Costco, so he puts together a plan to unearth the loot. By convincing Miranda to quit her job at McDonald's and instead work at the wholesale store, he is able to obtain a key. Although Miranda is skeptical, she helps her father with his irrational quest.
Cast & Crew
Michael Douglas
Charlie
Lead
Evan Rachel Wood
Miranda
Willis Burks II
Pepper
Kathleen Wilhoite
Kelly
Arthur Santiago
McDonald´s Manager
Anne L. Nathan
Applebee´s Manager
Ashley Greene
McDonald´s Customer
IH
Ian Hopps
Boy
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Mike Cahill's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. King of California is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
