What is The King of México?
The King of México is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1956
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 79 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 20, 1956
- Studios
- Estudios Churubusco Azteca
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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The King of México is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A down‑on‑his‑luck tramp briefly becomes Mexico’s richest celebrity.”
- sharp social satire
- brief entertaining runtime
- blend of humor and drama
- short runtime limits depth
- some jokes may feel dated
Watch it if you enjoy whimsical tales that lampoon fame and fortune.
The film’s comedic tone is light and suitable for general audiences.
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When was The King of México released?
It was released in 1956.
What is the film’s runtime?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Who directed the film?
Rafael Baledón is credited as the director.
What genres does the film combine?
It combines comedy and drama.
What is the basic premise of the story?
A humble tramp is turned, for a couple of days, into the richest and most famous man in Mexico.