---
title: "The King of M\u00e9xico"
year: 1956
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-king-of-mexico-1956"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 364534
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 79
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The King of México (1956) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-king-of-mexico-1956

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The King of México is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Estudios Churubusco Azteca. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A down‑on‑his‑luck tramp briefly becomes Mexico’s richest celebrity."

### Why Watch
- sharp social satire
- brief entertaining runtime
- blend of humor and drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- short runtime limits depth
- some jokes may feel dated
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s comedic tone is light and suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, drama, satirical, lighthearted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rafael Baledón
- **Networks / Studios**: Estudios Churubusco Azteca

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adalberto Martínez** as *Pablo Rojas*
- **Silvia Derbez** as *Toña*
- **Elda Peralta** as *Elda Negri*
- **José Gálvez** as *Raúl Olmedo*
- **Rafael Banquells** as *Actor en película*
- **Óscar Ortiz de Pinedo** as *Director de la editorial*
- **Conchita Gentil Arcos** as *Dueña de vitrina*
- **Antonio Bravo** as *Maître d'*
- **Carmen Fernett** as *Chela Santiesteban*
- **Omar Jasso** as *Amigo borracho*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The King of México released?
It was released in 1956.

### Q: What is the film’s runtime?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 19 minutes.

### Q: Who directed the film?
Rafael Baledón is credited as the director.

### Q: What genres does the film combine?
It combines comedy and drama.

### Q: 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.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The King of México — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/364534)

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