Hippo King
Synopsis
An old, battle-scarred hippo bull – once a king among the hippos in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley – has an incredible story to tell. It’s a story normally hidden from human eyes and almost always misunderstood, because a hippo’s secret life happens beneath the water and under cover of darkness. Follow the life of the “Hippo King,” and discover the true character of one of Earth’s largest land mammals.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lianne Steenkamp
- Screenplay & Story
- Will Steenkamp
- Original Title
- Hippo King
- Country of Origin
- Austria, Germany, South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
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Will Steenkamp
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Will Steenkamp
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Lianne Steenkamp
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What is Hippo King about?
An old, battle-scarred hippo bull – once a king among the hippos in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley – has an incredible story to tell. It’s a story normally hidden from human eyes and almost always misunderstood, because a hippo’s secret life happens beneath the water and under cover of darkness. Follow the life of the “Hippo King,” and discover the true character of one of Earth’s largest land mammals.
Who directed Hippo King?
Hippo King was directed by Lianne Steenkamp.
Who stars in Hippo King?
The principal cast of Hippo King includes Russell Boulter.
When was Hippo King released and how long is it?
Hippo King was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 53m.