In the Palace of the King
Synopsis
King Philip of Spain is jealous of his more popular brother, Don John, and sends him into battle against the Moors, hoping he will not return. Don John is in love with Dolores, daughter of General Mendoza, but the general discourages her, as Don John is betrothed to the Queen of England's sister. Don John returns victorious, and following a dispute over a secret letter, the king stabs his brother and leaves him for dead. When Mendoza accepts the blame, Dolores, who knows the truth, tells the court she had been dishonored by Don John, causing her father's reaction. Dolores then threatens the king that she will reveal his guilt unless her father is pardoned. The king pardons Mendoza, Don John recovers, and he and Dolores marry.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 28, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emmett J. Flynn
- Screenplay & Story
- June Mathis
- Original Title
- In the Palace of the King
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emmett J. Flynn
June Mathis, Francis Marion Crawford
Department Leadership Roster
Emmett J. Flynn
Director
June Mathis
Screenplay
Francis Marion Crawford
Writer
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What is In the Palace of the King about?
King Philip of Spain is jealous of his more popular brother, Don John, and sends him into battle against the Moors, hoping he will not return. Don John is in love with Dolores, daughter of General Mendoza, but the general discourages her, as Don John is betrothed to the Queen of England's sister. Don John returns victorious, and following a dispute over a secret letter, the king stabs his brother and leaves him for dead. When Mendoza accepts the blame, Dolores, who knows the truth, tells the court she had been dishonored by Don John, causing her father's reaction. Dolores then threatens the king that she will reveal his guilt unless her father is pardoned. The king pardons Mendoza, Don John recovers, and he and Dolores marry.
Who directed In the Palace of the King?
In the Palace of the King was directed by Emmett J. Flynn.
Who stars in In the Palace of the King?
The principal cast of In the Palace of the King includes Blanche Sweet, Edmund Lowe, Hobart Bosworth, Pauline Starke, Sam De Grasse.
When was In the Palace of the King released and how long is it?
In the Palace of the King was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.