King's Rhapsody(1955)
Flynn plays the exciled Ruritanian king who leaves his mistress to return home to a political marriage. Love versus duty in this enjoyable romantic film.
Movie: King's Rhapsody
Top 10 Billed Cast
Marta Karillos
Richard, King of Laurentia
Princess Christiane
Queen Mother
King Paul
Prime Minister
Countess Astrid
King Peter
Jules
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