The King Without a Crown (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1937, The King Without a Crown is a mystery and history film directed by Jacques Tourneur, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. This short explores the possibility that Louis XVII, son of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, escaped death during the French Revolution and was raised by Indians in America.
Who’s in it. The King Without a Crown stars Carey Wilson as Narrator (voice), Scotty Beckett as Louis XVII, the Dauphin (uncredited), John Burton as Inquiring French Nobleman Hudson (uncredited) and Doris Lloyd as Marie Antoinette (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The King Without a Crown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The King Without a Crown page.
If you liked it. Fans of The King Without a Crown tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The King Without a Crown (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The King Without a Crown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The King Without a Crown worth watching?
- The King Without a Crown holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The King Without a Crown?
- The King Without a Crown stars Carey Wilson, Scotty Beckett, John Burton, Doris Lloyd and Leonard Mudie.
- When was The King Without a Crown released?
- The King Without a Crown was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.