The King Is Dancing (2000): Cast, Box Office & Plot
The King Is Dancing is a 2000 historical drama directed by Gérard Corbiau, starring Benoît Magimel as Louis XIV, Boris Terral and Johan Leysen. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes and earned $3,203 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 55m (115 min)
- Director
- Gérard Corbiau
- Original language
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French - Studio
- K-Star
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The King Is Dancing About?
The premise of The King Is Dancing without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Louis XIV, the Sun King of France, seeks to cement an unchallenged monarchy after decades of religious and civil conflict. Guided by his belief in divine right, he couples political ambition with a love for the arts, showcasing his authority through dazzling court dances and theatrical performances that blend absolute power with artistic brilliance.
The King Is Dancing Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- french history
- 17th century
- france
- palace of versailles
- sex scene
- versailles france
- child ruler
- kingdom of france
- king of france
- king louis xiv
- moliere
- female frontal nudity
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- female full frontal nudity
- female rear nudity
- male rear nudity
- male full frontal nudity
- dancer as protagonist
- king
- court
- baroque
- murder
- fatal accident
- italian
- dancer
- composer
- unrequited love
- male male kiss
- male pubic hair
- pubic hair
- wig
- male frontal nudity
- told in flashback
- royal court
- female nudity
- theatrical director
- male nudity
- ballet
- royalty
- playwright
- pansexual interest
- mother son relationship
- intrigue
- husband wife relationship
- homosexual
- flashback
- devot
- dancing
- dance
- dance academy
- cousin cousin relationship
The King Is Dancing Cast & Characters
Benoît Magimel leads the cast as Louis XIV, with Boris Terral as Jean-Baptiste Lully and Johan Leysen as Cambert. Directed by Gérard Corbiau; 17 actors are credited in all.
- Director Gérard Corbiau
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Benoît Magimel as Louis XIV - Boris Terral as Jean-Baptiste Lully
- Johan Leysen as Cambert
- Cécile Bois as Madeleine
Also Starring in The King Is Dancing
· 13 more- Tchéky Karyo Molière
- Claire Keim Julie
- Jacques François Cambefort
- Serge Feuillard
- Idwig Stephane Prince de Conti
- Caroline Veyt Armande Béjart
- Colette Emmanuelle Anne d'Autriche
- Emil Tarding Louis XIV (14 Years Old)
- Pierre Gérald
- Philippe Quercy Mazuel
- Ingrid Rouif Mme de Montespan
- Claude Koener
- Charlotte Boimare
More from Gérard Corbiau
More films directed by Gérard Corbiau: Farinelli, The Year of Awakening and The Music Teacher.
The King Is Dancing Plot Summary
What happens in The King Is Dancing from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Set in the vibrant, politically charged French court of the mid-17th century, the story follows how music, dance, and power intertwine to shape a dynasty. Lully begins to win over the 14-year-old King Louis XIV, Benoît Magimel, by presenting him with specially designed shoes for Ballet Royal de la Nuit. This early favor sparks a swift ascent, but it also stirs resentment among the aging courtiers, especially the royal composer Johan Leysen, Cambert, who sees his own authority threatened at the heart of the court.
Full summary
The whole story of The King Is Dancing, scene by scene
The King Is Dancing Box Office
The King Is Dancing grossed $3,203 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$3.2K
- International
- $3.2K
How Well Do You Know The King Is Dancing?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which young monarch is at the center of the court's power struggles in the film?
The King Is Dancing Also Known As
12 alternative titles, including “El Rey Baila” and “La Pasion del Rey”.
- Also known as
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- El Rey Baila
- La Pasion del Rey
- Der König Tanzt
- La Pasión del Rey
- A király táncol
- 왕의 춤
- Кралят танцува
- Король танцует
- O Rei Dança
- 王者之舞
- Král tančí
- Król tańczy
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Movies Like The King Is Dancing
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Versailles: The Dream of a King, Louis, the Child King and The Taking of Power by Louis XIV.
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Versailles: The Dream of a King 2008 -
Louis, the Child King 1993 -
The Taking of Power by Louis XIV 1966 -
Royal Affairs in Versailles 1954 -
The Death of Louis XIV 2017 -
The King’s Whore 1990 -
One Nation, One King 2018 -
The Fifth Musketeer 1979 -
The King’s Daughters 2000 -
Queen Margot 1994 -
King on Horseback 1958 -
Le Roi Soleil 2006
The King Is Dancing FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of The King Is Dancing, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The King Is Dancing?
The King Is Dancing runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).
When was The King Is Dancing released?
The King Is Dancing was released on December 6, 2000.
Who directed The King Is Dancing?
The King Is Dancing was directed by Gérard Corbiau.
More films by Gérard Corbiau Who is in the cast of The King Is Dancing?
The King Is Dancing stars Benoît Magimel as Louis XIV, Boris Terral as Jean-Baptiste Lully and Johan Leysen as Cambert, among 17 credited actors.
How much did The King Is Dancing make at the box office?
The King Is Dancing grossed $3,203 worldwide.
Does The King Is Dancing have a post-credit scene?
No. The King Is Dancing has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The King Is Dancing in?
The original language of The King Is Dancing is French.
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