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The King (1936 film)

The King is a 1936 British musical comedy film directed by John Rawlins and starring Anna Neagle, Fernand Gravey (billed as Fernand Gravet), and C. Aubrey Smith. The film is a remake of the 1930 film The Queen and tells the story of a Balkan king who visits London and falls in love with an actress. The plot revolves around the king's attempts to woo the actress while navigating political intrigue and the expectations of his royal station. It features musical numbers and comedic situations typical of the era. The film was produced by Herbert Wilcox.