The Lost King

PG-13

Released Mar 24, 2023

1 hr. 49 min.

Comedy

Drama

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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.

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Critics Consensus

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.

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Sparkyg

Loved the characters who I found very sympathetic . I laughed and felt sad and kept rooting for the heroine. Great story, and exciting to see what happened next. Wonderful cast of many beloved British actors Ive loved and enjoyed for many years. Great story!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/06/23

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Pamila

I remember when this actually happened. I loved the story! Great character developement.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/09/23

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Marcia R

Slow beginning but worth hanging in there. Superb acting by Sally Hawkins. Based on a true story.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/07/23

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Ann

Lovely movie, great story

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/05/23

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James Icken

As good as it gets, both directing and acting

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/04/23

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Greg

Wonderful film about listening to your feelings and because of their feelings one of the greatest modern archeologies findings was discovered. Sally Hawkins has to be one of the best actresses of the modern era and she gets to display her talents here. If you are a fan of history, British history, or rooting for the underdog, then go see this film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/03/23

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Stephen Frears

Director

Sally Hawkins

Philippa Langley

Steve Coogan

John Langley

Harry Lloyd

Richard III

Mark Addy

Richard Buckley

James Fleet

John Ashdown-Hill

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Katie Walsh

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Reveals a distinctly British obsession with royalty and propriety that doesn’t always translate with the same reverence abroad. But the more important story is the one about discrimination and misinformation; that fact can be twisted into fiction

Rated: 3/4

Mar 29, 2023

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Rafer Guzman

Newsday

A true story, potentially inspirational but mostly just peculiar.

Rated: 2/4

Mar 28, 2023

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Emily Zemler

Observer

The viewer will recognize a classic David vs. Goliath tale at the heart of The Lost King, which is what makes it such a good story.

Rated: 3.5/4

Mar 27, 2023

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Avaryl Halley

Movie Bitches

It’s a perfectly nice watch for a Sunday afternoon with Mom

Apr 24, 2024

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Prabhjot Bains

Tilt Magazine

Stephen Frears brings Richard III back to life but forgets to give him a voice.

Nov 2, 2023

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Filipe Freitas

Always Good Movies

One of those cases where the tedium outweighed the anticipation.

Rated: 2.5/5

Sep 6, 2023

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Synopsis

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.

Director: Stephen Frears
Executive Producer: Jenny Borgars, Rose Garnett, Philippa Langley, Cameron McCracken
Screenwriter: Steve Coogan, Jeff Pope
Distributor: IFC Films
Production Co: E1 Entertainment, Magaritz Productions, BBC Films, Ingenious Media, Baby Cow Productions, Pathé
Rating: PG-13 (Some Strong Language|Brief Suggestive References)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 24, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 9, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA): $1.2M
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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