Exit the King
Synopsis
An adaptation of the play `Exit the King` by Eugene Ionesco, the third play in the Berenger Cycle. King Berenger the First is a king now in decline, having once been able to command the forces of nature, his kingdom is now crumbling and he is slowly dying. The film charts his decline, surrounded by a few remaining enablers and toadies, as he struggles to face the reality of his impending death.
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- Director
- Edward Berkeley, David L. Quaid
- Screenplay & Story
- Eugène Ionesco
- Original Title
- Exit the King
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Berkeley, David L. Quaid
Eugène Ionesco
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Berkeley
Director
David L. Quaid
Director
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What is Exit the King about?
An adaptation of the play `Exit the King` by Eugene Ionesco, the third play in the Berenger Cycle. King Berenger the First is a king now in decline, having once been able to command the forces of nature, his kingdom is now crumbling and he is slowly dying. The film charts his decline, surrounded by a few remaining enablers and toadies, as he struggles to face the reality of his impending death.
Who directed Exit the King?
Exit the King was directed by Edward Berkeley, David L. Quaid.
Who stars in Exit the King?
The principal cast of Exit the King includes Toni Dorfman, Dale Fuller, Justine Herman, Michael Dorn Moody, Diane Quaid.
When was Exit the King released and how long is it?
Exit the King was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.