If I Were King (1938)

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

Run Time: 1h41m | Release: 28 Sep 1938

Production Countries: United States of America

6.8 / 109 Vote Count

Overview:

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.