The Royal Bed
“Year's Sparkling Comedy Sensation”
Synopsis
The hapless king of a small European nation must put up with a domineering queen, a daughter who wants to elope with her boyfriend, a peasant revolt and a scheming general.
Top Cast
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Lowell Sherman
King Eric VIII
Mary Astor
Princess Anne
Anthony Bushell
Freddie Granton
Hugh Trevor
Crown Prince William of Grec
Nance O'Neil
Martha, the Queen
Robert Warwick
Pemier General Northrup
Gilbert Emery
Phipps, the King's servant
Alan Roscoe
Birten
Frederick Burt
Fellman
J. Carrol Naish
Laker
Desmond Roberts
Major Blent
Lita Chevret
Lady in waiting
Nancy Lee Blaine
Lady in waiting
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 15, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lowell Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Walter Ruben
- Original Title
- The Royal Bed
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lowell Sherman
J. Walter Ruben
Leo Tover
Arthur Roberts
William LeBaron
Department Leadership Roster
Lowell Sherman
Director
Leo Tover
Director of Photography
J. Walter Ruben
Screenplay
William LeBaron
Producer
Arthur Roberts
Editor
Max Rée
Costume Design
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Public Domain
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Royal Bed
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What is The Royal Bed about?
The hapless king of a small European nation must put up with a domineering queen, a daughter who wants to elope with her boyfriend, a peasant revolt and a scheming general.
Who directed The Royal Bed?
The Royal Bed was directed by Lowell Sherman.
Who stars in The Royal Bed?
The principal cast of The Royal Bed includes Lowell Sherman, Mary Astor, Anthony Bushell, Hugh Trevor, Nance O'Neil.
When was The Royal Bed released and how long is it?
The Royal Bed was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.