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1991•106 min•History

The Dumbfounded King

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Is The Dumbfounded King worth watching? With a rating of 5.809/10, this History film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Dumbfounded King Synopsis

Spain, under Philip IV (1621-1665). The film is based on a novel by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester. The King is stunned to see the naked body of Marfisa, the most beautiful prostitute of the town and Court. After that, he also wants to see the Queen naked. However, the King, despite the opposition and the scandal of the Church, will not stop until he reaches his wishes.

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Top Cast

María Barranco
María BarrancoLucrecia
Joaquim de Almeida
Joaquim de AlmeidaAlmeida
Laura del Sol
Laura del SolMarfisa
Gabino Diego
Gabino DiegoRey
Juan Diego
Juan DiegoVillaescusa
Fernando Fernán Gómez
Fernando Fernán GómezGran Inquisidor
Eusebio Poncela
Eusebio PoncelaConde La Peña Andrade
Alejandra Grepi
Alejandra GrepiDoña Bárbara
Javier Gurruchaga
Javier GurruchagaValido
Anne Roussel
Anne RousselReina

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Is The Dumbfounded King worth watching?

The Dumbfounded King has received mixed reviews with a 5.809/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of History movies.

Is The Dumbfounded King hit or flop?

The Dumbfounded King has received average ratings (5.809/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Dumbfounded King?

The Dumbfounded King is a History movie that Spain, under Philip IV (1621-1665). The film is based on a novel by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester. The King is stunned to see the naked body of Marfisa, ...

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