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2017102 minAction, Mystery, Thriller

Message from the King

Is Message from the King a Hit or Flop?

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Is Message from the King worth watching? With a rating of 6.249/10, this Action, Mystery, Thriller film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Message from the King Synopsis

On a relentless quest to avenge his sister's murder, a man from Cape Town infiltrates a sprawling network of lowlifes and elites in Los Angeles.

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Top Cast

Chadwick Boseman
Chadwick BosemanJacob King
Luke Evans
Luke EvansWentworth
Alfred Molina
Alfred MolinaPreston
Teresa Palmer
Teresa PalmerKelly
Natalie Martinez
Natalie MartinezTrish
Chris Mulkey
Chris MulkeyLeary
Drew Powell
Drew PowellMerrick
Jonno Roberts
Jonno RobertsRice
Dale Dickey
Dale DickeyMrs. Lazlo
Jake Weary
Jake WearyBill

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Is Message from the King worth watching?

Message from the King has received mixed reviews with a 6.249/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Action, Mystery, Thriller movies.

Is Message from the King hit or flop?

Message from the King has received average ratings (6.249/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Message from the King?

Message from the King is a Action, Mystery, Thriller movie that On a relentless quest to avenge his sister's murder, a man from Cape Town infiltrates a sprawling network of lowlifes and elites in Los Angeles....

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Critic Reviews

GimlyAug 28, 2017
★ 6

I'm a sucker for revenge thrillers, essentially all they really have to do is not suck and I'm on board. And _Message from the King_ sure didn't suck. Even if it did, massive bonus points for the kid playing _Payday 2_. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go._

r96skMar 16, 2021
★ 7

Chadwick Boseman carries it no doubt, but I did feel entertained throughout by 'Message from the King'. It's a simple film. It doesn't do anything revolutionary or anything, yet still managed to keep me watching with interest for practically all of the 102 minute run time. I like how it starts most, with the connections feeling believable. It loses some of that as it goes on, though it didn't affect my enjoyment all that much. Boseman really is the only true star of this though, as he gives a very good performance in the lead role as Jacob. Luke Evans (Paul) is pleasant too, while Teresa Palmer (Kelly) has a few moments. Alfred Molina (Mike) also appears, as do Messrs Draco Malfoy and Brad Bellick... The ending isn't the greatest, though it is still serviceable. That coupled with the nice look of the film and a certain Mr. Boseman mean I'll remember this in a positive manner.