The Kingmaker(2019)
“Perception is real, and the truth is not.”
The Kingmaker Synopsis
Documentary centering on the controversial political career of Imelda Marcos, the former first lady of the Philippines whose behind-the-scenes influence of her husband Ferdinand's presidency rocketed her to the global political stage.
The Kingmaker (2019) is a documentary film directed by Lauren Greenfield, released on November 8, 2019 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Imelda Marcos, Etta Rosales, Mary Ann Bunyl and Mary Yturria. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 30 ratings.
- Director:
- Lauren Greenfield
- Writers:
- Lauren Greenfield
- Producers:
- Frank Evers, Lauren Greenfield
- Cinematographer:
- Lars Skree
- Composer:
- Jocelyn Pook
- Production:
- Showtime Documentary Films, Artemis Rising, Evergreen Pictures, Impact Partners, Secret Sauce Media
- Status:
- Released
The Kingmaker (2019) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Kingmaker before you stream it.
The Kingmaker Cast & Crew
Main cast
Imelda Marcos
as Self
- Etta Rosales
Etta Rosales
as Self
- Mary Ann Bunyl
Mary Ann Bunyl
as Self
- Mary Yturria
Mary Yturria
as Self
- Beth Day Romulo
Beth Day Romulo
as Self
- Tony Parkinson
Tony Parkinson
as Self
- Frank Yturria
Frank Yturria
as Self
- Remedios Tradio
Remedios Tradio
as Self
Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.
as Self
- Sandro Marcos
Sandro Marcos
as Self
- Imee Marcos
Imee Marcos
as Self
Leni Robredo
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Lauren Greenfield, written by Lauren Greenfield, produced by Frank Evers and Lauren Greenfield.
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The Kingmaker Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 30 ratings.
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The Kingmaker – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Kingmaker online?
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The Kingmaker (2019) is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Kingmaker?
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The main cast of The Kingmaker (2019) includes Imelda Marcos, Etta Rosales, Mary Ann Bunyl, Mary Yturria and Beth Day Romulo. The film was directed by Lauren Greenfield. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Kingmaker released?
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The Kingmaker was released on November 8, 2019 and runs for 1h 40m.
Is The Kingmaker worth watching?
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The Kingmaker (2019) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 30 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Kingmaker?
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Yes. The official The Kingmaker trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.