If I Were King (1938)
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.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Frank Lloyd
Writing:
- Preston Sturges
- Justin Huntly McCarthy
Stars:
Release Date: 1938-09-28
6.8/10
6.8/10
- Country: US
- Language: English
- Runtime: 101
Katherine de Vaucelles
Child
Robin Turgis
Beggar
Burgundian Herald
Soldier
General Saliere
Soldier
The Queen
Lady-in-Waiting
Rene de Montigny
King Louis XI
Huguette
Jehan Le Loup
Tristan l'Hermite
Captain of the Watch
François Villon
Father Villon
Noel de Jolys
Colette
Oliver le Dain
Thibaut d'Aussigny
Guy Tabarie
Colin de Cayeulx
General Dudon
General Barbezier
Anna
Major Domo
Casin Cholet
Lady-in-Waiting
Drunk
Chief Steward
Parisian Peasant
Beggar
Old Woman
First Officer
Spy
Burgundian Knight
Beggar
Courtier
Court Member
Beggar
Girl
Cook
Girl
Beggar
Father Villon
