The King (2019) — Screenplay
A wayward prince, forced to abandon his reckless youth, must unite a fractured England and face the burdens of the crown as Henry V.
- Written by
- David Michôd, Joel Edgerton
- Genre
- Drama, Romance, Biography, History, War
- Length
- 113 pages
This historical drama rewards study for its restrained, modern dialogue that sharpens the medieval political intrigue, and for its tight, lean structure that condenses a sprawling reign into a focused character arc. The screenplay’s use of point-of-view keeps Hal’s reluctant transformation immediate, while the pacing balances intimate scenes with sweeping battle stakes.
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