Movies
The Man Who Would Be King
- December 3, 1975
- 129 min.
- Adventure, Drama
- United Kingdom
United Kingdom
A robust adventure about two British adventurers who take over primitive Kafiristan as "godlike" rulers, meeting a tragic end through their desire for a native girl. Based on a short story by Rudyard Kipling.
Original title: The Man Who Would Be King
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Academy Awards #48 - 1976
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Adapted Screenplay | John Huston, Gladys Hill | — |
| Best Film Editing | Russell Lloyd | — |
| Best Production Design | Alexandre Trauner, Tony Inglis, Peter James | — |
| Best Costume Design | Edith Head | — |
British Academy Film Awards #29 - 1976
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Cinematography | Oswald Morris | — |
| Best Costume Design | Edith Head | — |
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