Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley

Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley

Elvis had one chance to show the world he was still the King of Rock N’ Roll

Directed by Jason Hehir

Produced by Little Room Films, Words + Pictures

202491 min7.5 / 10

A documentary celebrating Elvis Presley's legendary 1968 comeback special, blending archival footage and testimony to chronicle his redemptive return to relevance.

He had one chance to show the world he was still the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Discover the story behind Elvis Presley's triumphant '68 comeback special.

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  • Is Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.

  • Does Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.

  • Is Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.

  • Is Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

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