The Bastard King
2022•1h 25m•8.0•Released
Documentary
The Bastard King chronicles the life of a lion from cub to King - battling against an unimaginable enemy that is ravaging a world where blood is becoming easier to find than water. This unique story challenges traditional storytelling - serving as an allegory for endangered species - and our very own fate
Director
Owen Prümm
Writer
Andy Briggs, Antoine Le Bos, Owen Prümm
Languages
English, French, German
Studio
Canal+
Cast
David Oyelowo
The Bastard King
JoeyStarr
Narrator (voice)
Production
Company
Canal+
Company
Bonne Pioche Télévision
Company
Shibumi Films
Company
Terra Mater Factual Studios
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