The 2019 film The King , directed by David Michôd, is a historical epic that serves as a modern reimagining of William Shakespeare’s Henriad plays rather than a strictly factual account of history. The story follows Hal (Timothée Chalamet), a wayward prince who reluctantly ascends to the throne as King Henry V following the deaths of his father and brother. Key Production Details David Michôd Writers: David Michôd and Joel Edgerton Main Cast: Timothée Chalamet as Hal / King Henry V
as Falstaff, Hal's chief tactician and companion Robert Pattinson as The Dauphin of France Ben Mendelsohn as King Henry IV Lily-Rose Depp as Catherine of Valois Sean Harris as William Gascoigne Runtime: 2 hours and 20 minutes Rating: R (for strong violence and language) Platform: Available for streaming on Netflix . The King (2019) | History - High Point University The King(2019)