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The Lost King

2022, Comedy/Drama, 1h 49m

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The movie's curiously bland compared to the remarkable real-life story it dramatizes, but Sally Hawkins' performance saves The Lost King from feeling like a royal disappointment. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

In this inspiring true story, amateur historian Philippa Langley believes she has made the archeological find of the century: the lost burial site of King Richard III. She takes on Britain's most eminent historians, forcing them to rethink the legacy of one of the most controversial rulers in English history.

Rating: PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Brief Suggestive References)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Director: Stephen Frears
Producer: Steve Coogan, Christine Langan, Dan Winch, Wendy Griffin
Writer: Steve Coogan, Jeff Pope
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 24, 2023 limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 9, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA): $1.2M
Runtime: 1h 49m
Distributor: IFC Films
Production Co: Magaritz Productions, E1 Entertainment, Pathé, BBC Films, Baby Cow Productions, Ingenious Media
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital