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King of the Hill

King of the Hill

When the world turns upside down, the trick is coming out on top.

Based on the Depression-era bildungsroman memoir of writer A. E. Hotchner, the film follows the story of a boy struggling to survive on his own in a hotel in St. Louis after his mother is committed to a sanatorium with tuberculosis. His father, a German immigrant and traveling salesman working for the Hamilton Watch Company, is off on long trips from which the boy cannot be certain he will return.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: King of the Hill
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1993-08-20
  • Runtime: 103 minutes
  • Rating: 6.843/10 (156 votes)
  • Budget: $8,000,000
  • Revenue: $1,214,231
  • Production Companies: Gramercy Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises, Bona Fide Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.477
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jesse Bradford

Jesse Bradford

as Aaron Kurlander

Jeroen Krabbé

Jeroen Krabbé

as Mr. Kurlander

Lisa Eichhorn

Lisa Eichhorn

as Mrs. Kurlander

Karen Allen

Karen Allen

as Miss Mathey

Spalding Gray

Spalding Gray

as Mr. Mungo

Elizabeth McGovern

Elizabeth McGovern

as Lydia

Cameron Boyd

Cameron Boyd

as Sullivan

Adrien Brody

Adrien Brody

as Lester

Joe Chrest

Joe Chrest

as Ben

John McConnell

John McConnell

as Patrolman Burns

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

King of the Hill (1993) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is King of the Hill?

King of the Hill is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1993-08-20.

Who are the main actors in King of the Hill?

The main cast includes Jesse Bradford, Jeroen Krabbé, Lisa Eichhorn, Karen Allen, Spalding Gray, .

Where can I watch King of the Hill online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if King of the Hill is available.

Is King of the Hill based on a true story?

When the world turns upside down, the trick is coming out on top.

What is the IMDb rating of King of the Hill?

King of the Hill has an IMDb rating of 6.843/10 based on 156 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of King of the Hill?

The movie had a production budget of $8,000,000 and earned $1,214,231 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for King of the Hill?

The soundtrack was composed by Gramercy Pictures, Wildwood Enterprises, Bona Fide Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was King of the Hill filmed?

King of the Hill was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is King of the Hill?

The total runtime of King of the Hill is 103 minutes.

Is King of the Hill suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to King of the Hill?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to King of the Hill.

Does King of the Hill have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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