---
title: "Anna and the King"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/anna-and-the-king-1972"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 9952
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 13
runtime_minutes: 30
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Anna and the King (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/anna-and-the-king-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Anna and the King is a television series first released in 1972. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by CBS. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 13 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A strict teacher confronts a flamboyant 19th‑century king in a battle of wills."

### Why Watch
- Compelling clash between a stern teacher and an aristocratic king
- Blend of comedy and drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- May feel dated to contemporary viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The series balances lighthearted moments with dramatic tension, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedic, dramatic, period

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/anna-and-the-king-1972#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Margaret Landon
- **Networks / Studios**: CBS

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Yul Brynner** as *King Mongkut*
- **Samantha Eggar** as *Anna Owens*
- **Keye Luke** as *Kralahome*
- **Eric Shea** as *Louis Owens*
- **Brian Tochi** as *Prince Chulalongkorn*
- **Lisa Lu** as *Lady Thiang*
- **Tracy Lee** as *Ting Lee*
- **Frances Fong** as *Man-Yah*
- **Heidi Lee** as *Mai-Ying*
- **Tad Horino** as *Village Chief*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise?
A stern schoolteacher clashes with an aristocratic 19th‑century king.

### Q: Who created the series?
The series was created by Margaret Landon.

### Q: Who plays the king?
Yul Brynner portrays King Mong.

### Q: What genres describe the show?
It is classified as comedy and drama.

### Q: When was the series released?
It premiered in 1972.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Anna and the King — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/9952)

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