King Arthur Was a Gentleman
King Arthur Was a Gentleman

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King Arthur Was a Gentleman

1942
Movie
99 min
English

Arthur King joins the army, and soon starts fantasizing about King Arthur and his knights.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Frank R. StrayerGenres: Comedy, Musical, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A group of friends staging a play about King Arthur accidentally summon the real King Arthur and his knights. Initially delighted to be in the modern world, Arthur and his knights find themselves bewildered by 20th-century technology and customs. They must then navigate this new era while trying to find a way back to their own time.

Critical Reception

This musical comedy was a minor release of its time, aiming for lighthearted entertainment rather than critical acclaim. Its reception was generally lukewarm, with audiences finding its premise amusing but not particularly groundbreaking. It is often remembered for its musical numbers and the novelty of its historical fantasy concept.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a whimsical and lighthearted take on the King Arthur legend.

  • Its musical numbers and comedic situations provide simple entertainment.

  • The premise, while amusing, is not deeply explored, leading to a somewhat forgettable experience.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this historical film, making it difficult to summarize specific user opinions.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Producers Releasing Corporation (PRC), a studio known for its low-budget B-movies during the Golden Age of Hollywood.

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