Down with the King
Seen it?2021 | 100 min | Drama, Music
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and almost no 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. If you loved Hustle & Flow or Better Man, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Sent to the Berkshires to focus on his next album, disillusioned rap star Money Merc abruptly announces his retirement on Twitter. After Merc's announcement, his manager rushes to the countryside to lure him back into the music industry.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsWeak
1 win and 0 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Diego Ongaro
- Freddie GibbsMercury 'Money Merc' Maxwell
- Bob TarasukBob
- Jamie NeumannMichaele
- David KrumholtzPaul
- Sharon WashingtonDarlene
- Carl VolzHardware Store Clerk
- Michael 'Bucky' PasquarellaWindshield Technician
- Hernan OrozcoHernan
- Jared SmithJared
- Cole TarasukCole