About this movie
In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power.
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Quick facts
Year
2023
Runtime
2h 33m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 10.0/10
Votes
1
Genre
Drama, History
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Language
EN
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Questions about Death and the King's Horseman
How long is Death and the King's Horseman?
Death and the King's Horseman has a runtime of 2h 33m (2 hours and 33 minutes).
Who directed Death and the King's Horseman?
Death and the King's Horseman was directed by Tawiah M'Carthy and released in 2023.
What genre is Death and the King's Horseman?
Death and the King's Horseman is a Drama, History film (2023).
Who stars in Death and the King's Horseman?
The cast of Death and the King's Horseman includes Anthony Santiago, Amaka Umeh, Graham Abbey, Kwaku Adu-Poku, Akosua Amo-Adem.
What is the TMDB rating for Death and the King's Horseman?
Death and the King's Horseman has a TMDB rating of 10.0/10 based on 1 votes.
