The King of Kings 1927
“Supreme in Theme! Gigantic in Execution!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 155 minutes
- Director
- Cecil B. DeMille
- Network
- DeMille Pictures Corporation
- Where to Stream
- HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max
What is The King of Kings?
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The King of Kings" (1927).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1927
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 155 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 19, 1927
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- DeMille Pictures Corporation
- Budget
- $1,265,284
- Revenue
- $2,641,687
- Genres
- Drama, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 68 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~155 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- DeMille Pictures Corporation
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The King of Kings" (1927).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, episode counts, awards, ratings, box-office, or viewership numbers.
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Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The King of Kings.
Year: 1927.
Release Date: 04/19/1927 (US).
Type: American silent epic film / silent-era blockbuster.
Director/Producer: Cecil B. DeMille.
Starring: H. B. Warner in the lead role.
Screenplay: Jeanie MacPherson.
Genre: Drama, History.
Runtime: 2h 35m.
Plot: Depicts events in the life of Jesus, from the exorcism of Mary Magdalene to the crucifixion and resurrection.
Production details: One of the biggest budgets in Hollywood history; features a cast of thousands; features text drawn directly from the Bible (including verses).
Description: "The Greatest Story Ever Told"; part Gospel, part Technicolor epic
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of drama and history that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The King of Kings worth watching?
The King of Kings holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 68 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, History for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The King of Kings and when was it released?
The King of Kings is a feature film with a runtime of 155 minutes. It was released in 1927. Release status: Released.
Who directed The King of Kings?
The King of Kings was directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
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