---
title: "His Majesty Minor"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/his-majesty-minor-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 40181
imdb_id: "tt0870921"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 3.4
vote_count: 36
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# His Majesty Minor (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/his-majesty-minor-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

His Majesty Minor is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by StudioCanal, Mediapro, Malvarrosa Media. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A pig‑raised man returns from death with speech, reshaping his place among humans."

### Why Watch
- Unconventional comedy premise
- Ancient Aegean island setting
- Bold, peculiar storytelling

### Caveats & Content Note
- Peculiar tone may not appeal to all viewers
- Narrative can feel disjointed
- Tone & Suitability: Features offbeat humor and surreal situations, best for viewers comfortable with quirky, unconventional comedy.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: offbeat, surreal, whimsical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jean-Jacques Annaud
- **Networks / Studios**: StudioCanal, Mediapro, Malvarrosa Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **José Garcia** as *Minor*
- **Vincent Cassel** as *Satyre*
- **Sergio Peris-Mencheta** as *Karkos*
- **Mélanie Bernier** as *Clytia*
- **Claude Brasseur** as *Firos*
- **Rufus** as *Rectus*
- **Jean-Luc Bideau** as *Archeo*
- **Marc Andréoni** as *Zo, butcher*
- **Bernard Haller** as *Cataractos, diviner*
- **Taïra** as *Zima, butcher*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise of His Majesty Minor?
A man raised by a pig dies, is resurrected, and gains the ability to speak, changing his standing among humans.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Jean‑Jacques Annaud.

### Q: When was His Majesty Minor released?
It was released in 2007.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a fantasy comedy with an offbeat tone.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [His Majesty Minor — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/40181)
- [His Majesty Minor](https://variety.com/2007/film/reviews/his-majesty-minor-1200555464/)

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