If I Were King
If I Were King

If I Were King (1938)

PG-139/28/1938Adventure, History1h 41m
69%
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Score
"His Love-Making Was as Dangerous as His Sword-Play"

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.

Frank Lloyd

Director

Frank Lloyd

Producer

Richard Hageman

Composer