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.
| Release Date | September 28, 1938 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | If I Were King | |
| Runtime | 1h 41min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | United States of America | |
| Production Companies | Paramount Pictures | |