Movie Description

If I Were King

(1938)

Overview

King Louis XI masquerades as a commoner in Paris, seeking out the treachery he is sure lurks in his kingdom. At a local tavern, he overhears the brash poet François Villon extolling why he would be a better king. Annoyed yet intrigued, the King bestows on Villon the title of Grand Constable. Soon Villon begins work and falls for a lovely lady-in-waiting, but then must flee execution when the King turns on him.

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Facts

Original TitleIf I Were King

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1938-09-28

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 41m

Production CompaniesParamount Pictures

Genres

  • Adventure
  • History