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Where to watch The King and I (1956)

  • Movie
  • English
  • 2h 13m
Director
Walter Lang
Release
29 Jun 1956

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Story

A Welsh widow takes on the role of governess and English instructor to the royal household of Siam, tasked with educating the King's wives and children. As she introduces Western language, customs and manners to the palace, she finds herself at odds with the headstrong King Mongkut. Anna races to prepare an important reception for European diplomats, hoping to reshape their perceptions of the Siamese ruler and his kingdom.

Why watch

  • Classic 1956 drama featuring Yul Brynner and Deborah Kerr in lead roles
  • Directed by Walter Lang with a runtime of over two hours for immersive storytelling
  • Historical romance set in 19th-century Siam with themes of cultural exchange

Good for: Those interested in period dramas and cross-cultural stories; suitability for family viewing is uncertain as the certificate is unknown.

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Cast

  • Deborah Kerr Deborah KerrAnna Leonowens
  • Yul Brynner Yul BrynnerKing Mongkut of Siam
  • Rita Moreno Rita MorenoTuptim
  • Martin Benson Martin BensonKralahome
  • Terry Saunders Terry SaundersLady Thiang
  • Rex Thompson Rex ThompsonLouis Leonowens
  • Carlos Rivas Carlos RivasLun Tha
  • Patrick Adiarte Patrick AdiartePrince Chulalongkorn
  • Alan Mowbray Alan MowbrayJohn Hay
  • Geoffrey Toone Geoffrey TooneEdward Ramsay
  • Jadin WongAmazon (uncredited)
  • Jean WongAmazon (uncredited)
  • Michiko IseriAngel (uncredited)
  • Charles IrwinCaptain Orton (uncredited)
  • Dale Ishimoto Dale IshimotoCrewman (uncredited)

Frequently asked questions

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The King and I is currently available in India on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

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You can rent or buy The King and I on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Who is in the cast of The King and I?

The King and I stars Deborah Kerr, Yul Brynner, Rita Moreno, Martin Benson and Terry Saunders.

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