The Kid Who Would Be King

About

Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.

Credits

Directed by

• Joe Cornish

Written by

• Joe Cornish

Produced by

• Nira Park
• Tim Bevan
• Eric Fellner

Music by

• Electric Wave Bureau
• Damon Albarn

Cinematography

• Bill Pope

Edited by

• Jonathan Amos
• Paul Machliss

Cast

• Louis Ashbourne Serkisas Alexander "Alex" Elliot
• Dean Chaumooas Bedders
• Tom Tayloras Lance
• Rhianna Dorrisas Kaye
• Denise Goughas Mrs. Elliot
• Angus Imrieas Merlin
• Patrick Stewartas Old Merlin
• Rebecca Fergusonas Morgana
• Genevieve O'Reillyas Sophie
• Noma Dumezwenias Mrs. Lee
• Nathan Stewart-Jarrettas Mr. Kepler
• Mark Bonnaras Mr. Jeffreys
• Alexandra Roachas Ms. Foster
• Nick Mohammedas Mr. Hyde
• Adam Buxtonas Stonehenge Tour Guide
• Claudie Blakleyas Riding Instructor
• Myra McFadyenas Punto Patty
• Adam Leeseas Policeman
• Joey Ansahas Policeman
• Amir Wilsonas Boy (uncredited)

Genres