The King of Laughter (2021)
Kernel Score: 84% · 201 ratings
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 2021-09-09
Runtime: 133 minutes
Where to watch The King of Laughter
- Stream: Film Movement Plus
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In early 20th-century Naples, a theatrical parody lands beloved thespian and playwright Eduardo Scarpetta in court, facing a malicious lawsuit that could compromise his freedom of expression and the economic security of his extended family—including his son's, young Eduardo De Filippo.
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Director
Mario Martone
Cast
- Toni Servillo as Eduardo Scarpetta
- Maria Nazionale as Rosa De Filippo-Scarpetta
- Cristiana Dell'Anna as Luisa De Filippo
- Antonia Truppo as Adelina De Renzis
- Eduardo Scarpetta as Vincenzo Scarpetta
- Roberto De Francesco as Salvatore Di Giacomo
- Lino Musella as Benedetto Croce
- Paolo Pierobon as Gabriele D'Annunzio
- Gianfelice Imparato as Gennaro Pantalena
- Iaia Forte as Rosa Gagliardi
The King of Laughter FAQ
Is The King of Laughter good?
The King of Laughter has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 201 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The King of Laughter?
In the US you can stream The King of Laughter on Film Movement Plus, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What movies are like The King of Laughter?
If you liked The King of Laughter, try Sacco & Vanzetti, Lord of the Ants, The Garden of the Finzi-Continis and The Hill.