King Charles III
Seen it?2017 | 89 min | Drama, TV Movie
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and little lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 29 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Prince Charles' accession to the throne following the Queen's death. When he refuses to sign a controversial bill into law, political chaos ensues: a constitutional crisis, rioting on the streets and a tank in front of Buckingham Palace.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 32K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Rupert Goold
- Tim Pigott-SmithCharles
- Charlotte RileyKate Middleton
- Oliver ChrisWilliam
- Adam JamesPrime Minister Tristram Evans
- Richard GouldingHarry
- Max BennettCoottsey
- Tamara LawranceJess
- Margot LeicesterCamilla
- Tim McMullanJames Reiss
- Priyanga BurfordMrs Stevens