If I Were King

His Love-Making Was as Dangerous as His Sword-Play

King Louis XI masquerades as a commoner in Paris, seeking out the treachery he is sure lurks in his kingdom. At a local tavern, he overhears the brash poet François Villon extolling why he would be a better king. Annoyed yet intrigued, the King bestows on Villon the title of Grand Constable. Soon Villon begins work and falls for a lovely lady-in-waiting, but then must flee execution when the King turns on him.

  • Genre: Adventure, History
  • Release Date: 1938-09-28
  • Runtime: 101 min
  • Country: United States of America
  • Language: English
  • Status: Released
  • IMDb Rating: 6.75
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