The Kid Who Would Be King
Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.
Critics Sentiment
Alex decapitates Morgana as Merlin banishes her, dispelling all demons
Alex violates Chivalric Code by lying to his mother about recent events
The film drops significantly during the pace-killing fake-out in the third act before soaring to its highest point with the acclaimed final battle sequence.
The Kid Who Would Be King follows a classic adventure arc that starts promisingly with engaging action and Merlin's introduction, sags considerably in the middle acts with generic plotting and pacing issues, then redeems itself with a widely praised finale. Critics consistently highlighted the final battle as the film's strongest element while noting formulaic storytelling and uneven performances throughout the journey.
Full cast
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Louis Ashbourne Serkis
Alexander "Alex" Elliot
Dean Chaumoo
Bedders
Tom Taylor
Lance
Rhianna Dorris
Kaye
Denise Gough
Mrs. Elliot
Angus Imrie
Merlin
Patrick Stewart
Old Merlin
Rebecca Ferguson
Morgana
Genevieve O'Reilly
Sophie
Noma Dumezweni
Mrs. Lee
Nathan Stewart-Jarrett
Mr. Kepler
Mark Bonnar
Mr. Jeffreys
Alexandra Roach
Ms. Foster
Nick Mohammed
Mr. Hyde
Adam Buxton
Stonehenge Tour Guide
Claudie Blakley
Riding Instructor
Myra McFadyen
Punto Patty
Adam Leese
Policeman
Joey Ansah
Policeman
Amir Wilson
Boy (uncredited)
Crew
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