King Charles III

King Charles III

Directed by Rupert Goold

Produced by BBC

201789 min6.4 / 10

A tense political thriller exploring constitutional crisis and moral duty when a newly crowned king defies parliamentary will, set against the backdrop of institutional collapse.

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.

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  • Is King Charles III easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Does King Charles III end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is King Charles III scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.

  • Is King Charles III sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.

  • Is King Charles III violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Rarity63

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