What is Anna and the King?
Anna and the King is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 148 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 16, 1999
- Studios
- Fox 2000 Pictures, Lawrence Bender Productions
- Genres
- Drama, Romance, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~148 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Fox 2000 Pictures, Lawrence Bender Productions
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Overview
Anna and the King is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, History. Produced and broadcast by Fox 2000 Pictures, Lawrence Bender Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A British schoolteacher captures the Siamese king’s heart, challenging his views on love.”
- lavish period costumes
- strong lead performances
- rich cultural setting
- runtime exceeds two and a half hours
- takes liberties with historical facts
Watch it if you enjoy sweeping romantic dramas set in richly detailed historical worlds.
Rated PG‑13, the film contains romance and some mature themes, suitable for older teens and adults.
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What time period does the film portray?
It is set in the 1860s during the reign of the King of Siam.
Who are the central characters?
The story focuses on Anna Leonowens, a widowed British schoolteacher, and the King of Siam.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as drama, romance, and history.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 28 minutes.
What is the film’s MPAA rating?
It was released with a PG‑13 rating.
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