El rey (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2018, El rey is a drama and history film directed by Alberto San Juan, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. Spain, June 2014. King Juan Carlos I abdicates after forty years on the throne. The historical cycle that began in 1978 has ended. It is the beginning of a new era. Felipe VI is the new king and the future is uncertain.
Who’s in it. El rey stars Luis Bermejo as Juan Carlos I, Guillermo Toledo as Various Roles, Alberto San Juan as Various Roles and King Felipe VI of Spain as Self (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, El rey has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El rey page.
If you liked it. Fans of El rey tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El rey (2018)?
- In US, El rey is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is El rey worth watching?
- El rey holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El rey?
- El rey stars Luis Bermejo, Guillermo Toledo, Alberto San Juan and King Felipe VI of Spain.