Kings (2009) - Movie Browser

Kings (2009) - Movie Browser

Shakespearean soapPresidential monarchyDysfunctional royalty

13 EpisodesMar 2009

No episodes available for this season yet.

Latest Episode

The New King: Part 2

7.043 min

Season 1 • Episode 13

Latest

The New King: Part 2

Jul 25, 2009

Jack and William make plans for Jack to take his father's place as King of Gilboa. To everyone's surprise, Silas is alive and David escapes Shiloh to warn Silas about the chaos to come.

Overview

A riveting drama about a modern day monarchy, a contemporary re-telling of the timeless tale of David and Goliath. This series is an epic story of greed and power, war and romance, forbidden loves and secret alliances -- and a young hero who rises to power in a modern-day kingdom.

Content warning

alternative reality power struggle bible royal family family power struggle

Divine right vs. meritocracyFather-son rivalryPolitical theater as religionLove as liability

Standout Aspects

Acting

Ian McShane devouring scenery as a monarch.

Production

Fictional nation of Gilboa feels hyper-real.

Writing

Biblical allegory with boardroom backstabbing.

Best for:Solo·Binge

Heads up:Violence

Creator

Michael Green

First AiredMar 15, 2009

StatusEnded

Vibe

Pacesteady

Intensityhigh

Tonemixed

Feelheavy

Seasons1·Episodes13

Top Cast

Ian McShane

King Silas Benjamin

Christopher Egan

David Shepherd

Susanna Thompson

Queen Rose Benjamin

Allison Miller

Michelle Benjamin

Eamonn Walker

Reverend Ephram Samuels

Sebastian Stan

Jack Benjamin

Dylan Baker

William Cross

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NBC's TV show "Kings" trailer feat. JARS OF CLAY's song "Hero"

NBC's TV show "Kings" trailer feat. JARS OF CLAY's song "Hero"

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