King Rat
“They Made the Toughest Among Them... King!”
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When Singapore surrendered to the Japanese in 1942, the Allied POWs, mostly British but including a few Americans, were incarcerated in Changi prison. Among the American prisoners is Cpl. King, a wheeler-dealer who has managed to establish a pretty good life for himself in the camp. King soon forms a friendship with an upper-class British officer who is fascinated with King's enthusiastic approach to life.
Cast
George Segal
as Corporal King
James Fox
as Peter Marlowe
Tom Courtenay
as Grey
Patrick O'Neal
as Max
James Donald
as Dr. Kennedy
John Mills
as Smedley-Taylor
Denholm Elliott
as Larkin
Leonard Rossiter
as McCoy
Joe Turkel
as Dino
Todd Armstrong
as Tex
Gerald Sim
as Jones
Richard Dawson
as Weaver
John Standing
as Daven
John Ronane
as Hawkins
Alan Webb
as Brant
Geoffrey Bayldon
as Vexley
Wright King
as Brough
Hamilton Dyce
as Padre
Michael Lees
as Stevens
John Merivale
as Foster
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About King Rat
“They Made the Toughest Among Them... King!”
When Singapore surrendered to the Japanese in 1942, the Allied POWs, mostly British but including a few Americans, were incarcerated in Changi prison. Among the American prisoners is Cpl. King, a wheeler-dealer who has managed to establish a pretty good life for himself in the camp. King soon forms a friendship with an upper-class British officer who is fascinated with King's enthusiastic approach to life. Running 134 minutes.
King Rat Cast and Characters
The cast features George Segal (as Corporal King), James Fox (as Peter Marlowe), Tom Courtenay (as Grey), Patrick O'Neal (as Max), and James Donald (as Dr. Kennedy). Their performances are a major reason King Rat has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch King Rat NowWhy People Are Watching King Rat
King Rat flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch King Rat online for free?
You can watch King Rat online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is King Rat?
King Rat runs for 134 minutes (about 2.2 hours).
Is King Rat good? What's the rating?
King Rat holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 80 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of King Rat?
The main cast includes George Segal, James Fox, Tom Courtenay, and Patrick O'Neal, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is King Rat available in English?
Yes — King Rat was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was King Rat released?
King Rat was released in 1965.
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What is King Rat about?
King Rat is a Drama/War English-language film. When Singapore surrendered to the Japanese in 1942, the Allied POWs, mostly British but including a few Americans, were incarcerated in Changi prison. Among the American prisoners is Cpl. King, a wheeler-dealer who has managed to establish a pretty good life for himself in the camp. King soon forms a friendship with an upper-class British officer who is fascinated with King's enthusiastic approach to life.
When was King Rat released?
King Rat was released on October 27, 1965. It has a runtime of 2h 14m. The film was produced by Coleytown.
Who stars in King Rat?
King Rat stars George Segal, James Fox, Tom Courtenay and Patrick O'Neal. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is King Rat available in HD?
Yes, King Rat is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.