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A King in New York

1957 · Film · 104 min

  • Comedy
  • Drama

Plot

A recently-deposed "Estrovian" monarch seeks shelter in New York City, where he becomes an accidental television celebrity. Later, he's wrongly accused of being a Communist and gets caught up in subsequent HUAC hearings.

About A King in New York

A King in New York is a 1957 British comedy film directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin in his last leading role. The film presents a satirical view of certain aspects of American politics and society. It was produced in Europe after Chaplin's exile from the U.S. in 1952 and did not open in the United States until 1972.

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Cast

  • Charlie ChaplinKing Shahdov
  • Maxine AudleyQueen Irene
  • Jerry DesmondePrime Minister Voudel
  • Oliver JohnstonAmbassador Jaume
  • Dawn AddamsAnn Kay - TV Specialist
  • Sidney JamesJohnson - TV Advertiser
  • Joan IngramMona Cromwell - Hostess
  • Michael ChaplinRupert Macabee
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