WarAdventureHD1h 57m1989enReleased

Farewell to the King

In the midst of war, one man vanished into the jungle, and emerged as king.

6.0(75)
PG-13
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Overview

An American soldier who escapes the execution of his comrades by Japanese soldiers in Borneo during WWII becomes the leader of a personal empire among the headhunters in this war story told in the style of Joseph Conrad and Rudyard Kipling. The American is reluctant to rejoin the fight against the Japanese on the urging of a British commando team but conducts a war of vengeance when the Japanese attack his adopted people.

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed Farewell to the King?

Farewell to the King was directed by John Milius.

What was the budget and revenue for Farewell to the King?

The official budget was $16,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $2,420,917 worldwide.

Where was Farewell to the King produced?

It was produced by companies including Orion Pictures, Cine Location Services, David Hannay Productions, Film Plan Financing Number 1, Ruddy Morgan Productions, Southeast Asia Film Location Services Sdn. Bhd. in United States of America.

Farewell to the King Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of Farewell to the King wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

Orion Pictures
Orion Pictures
Cine Location Services
David Hannay Productions
Film Plan Financing Number 1
Ruddy Morgan Productions
Southeast Asia Film Location Services Sdn. Bhd.