King Charles III

King Charles III

2017 · 89 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama, TV Movie

Prince Charles' accession to the throne following the Queen's death. When he refuses to sign a controversial bill into law, political chaos ensues: a constitutional crisis, rioting on the streets and a tank in front of Buckingham Palace.

Directed by Rupert Goold · Written by Mike Bartlett

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