A King in New York

A King in New York is a 1957 British comedy film directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin in his last leading role, which co-stars, among others, his young son Michael. The film presents a satirical view of the McCarthy communist-hunt era and certain other aspects of United States politics and society. The film, which was produced in Europe after Chaplin's exile from the U.S. in 1952, did not open in the United States until 1972.

For the 1990 film, see King of New York.

A King in New York
Theatrical release poster
Directed byCharlie Chaplin
Written byCharlie Chaplin
Produced byCharlie Chaplin
Starring
CinematographyGeorges Périnal
Edited byJohn Seabourne
Music byCharlie Chaplin
Production
company
Attica Film Company
Distributed byArchway Film Distributors (UK)
Classic Entertainment (US)
Release dates
12 September 1957 (UK)
8 March 1972 (US)
Running time
  • 120+ minutes (1957 UK première version)
  • 110 minutes (1957 general theatrical release version)
  • 105 minutes (1972 US première version)
CountryUnited Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
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