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A King in New York (1957)

★ 7.0G104 minDirector: Charlie Chaplin

1957 British film by Charlie Chaplin

A King in New York is a 1957 British comedy film directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin in his last leading role. The film presents a satirical view of certain aspects of American politics and society. It was produced in Europe after Chaplin's exile from the U.S. in 1952 and did not open in the United States until 1972.

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What is A King in New York about?
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Is A King in New York based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is A King in New York scary?
Content rating: G. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.