A King in New York
“The King of Comedians!”
Synopsis
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.
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A King in New York ≣ 1957 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-02-05
Top Cast
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Charlie Chaplin
King Shahdov
Maxine Audley
Queen Irene
Jerry Desmonde
Prime Minister Voudel
Oliver Johnston
Ambassador Jaume
Dawn Addams
Ann Kay - TV Specialist
Sidney James
Johnson - TV Advertiser
Joan Ingram
Mona Cromwell - Hostess
Michael Chaplin
Rupert Macabee
John McLaren
Macabee Senior
Phil Brown
Headmaster
Harry Green
Lawyer
Robert Arden
Liftboy
Alan Gifford
School Superintendent
Robert Cawdron
U.S. Marshal
George Woodbridge
Member of Atomic Commission
Clifford Buckton
Member of Atomic Commission
Vincent Lawson
Member of Atomic Commission
Shani Wallis
Singer
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 25, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 18, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charlie Chaplin
- Screenplay & Story
- Charlie Chaplin
- Original Score
- Charlie Chaplin, Eric James, Dave Shand
- Original Title
- A King in New York
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Charles Chaplin Productions, Attica Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin, Eric James, Dave Shand
Georges Périnal
John Seabourne Sr.
Charlie Chaplin
Department Leadership Roster
Charlie Chaplin
Director
Charlie Chaplin
Writer
Georges Périnal
Director of Photography
Charlie Chaplin
Original Music Composer
Ferdinand Bellan
Production Design
Charlie Chaplin
Producer
John Seabourne Sr.
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A King in New York
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What is A King in New York about?
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.
Who directed A King in New York?
A King in New York was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
Who stars in A King in New York?
The principal cast of A King in New York includes Charlie Chaplin, Maxine Audley, Jerry Desmonde, Oliver Johnston, Dawn Addams.
When was A King in New York released and how long is it?
A King in New York was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for A King in New York?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A King in New York was composed by Charlie Chaplin, Eric James, Dave Shand.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A King in New York?
A King in New York holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).