The King's Jester movie poster

The King's Jester

"FERRUCIO TAGLIAVINI sings the glorious arias of Guiseppe Verdi's "RIGOLETTO""

April 1, 1941 1h 32m

Originally released in 1941. The King's Jester is a drama film. directed by Mario Bonnard.

Starring Michel Simon, María Mercader, and Rossano Brazzi

Synopsis

Based on a Victor Hugo play, and scored with music from the later opera by Giuseppe Verdi, the film tells about a hunchbacked clown whose beautiful daughter falls in love with the lecherous king.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 1, 1941 84 years ago
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Runtime 1h 32m 92 minutes total
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Language Italian Original language
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Country Italy Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IT

Production Companies

  • Scalera Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The King's Jester about?

Based on a Victor Hugo play, and scored with music from the later opera by Giuseppe Verdi, the film tells about a hunchbacked clown whose beautiful daughter falls in love with the lecherous king.

Who directed The King's Jester?

The King's Jester was directed by Mario Bonnard.

How long is The King's Jester?

The King's Jester has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).

When was The King's Jester released?

The King's Jester was released on April 1, 1941 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The King's Jester?

The main cast of The King's Jester includes Michel Simon, María Mercader, Rossano Brazzi, Doris Duranti, Paola Barbara.