The Vagabond King (1930)
The story takes place in medieval France. Poet-rogue Francois Villon, sentenced to hang by King Louis XI for writing derogatory verses about him, is offered a temporary reprieve. His hanging will be postponed for 24 hours, and in that time he must defeat the invading Burgundians and win the love of the beautiful Katherine.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Ludwig Berger
- Ernst Lubitsch
Writing:
- Herman J. Mankiewicz
Stars:
Release Date: 1930-02-17
- Country: US
- Language: English
- Runtime: 104
- Budget: $1,200,000
King Louis XI
Executioner
Thibault
Francois Villon
Katherine
Huguette
Oliver the barber
The Astrologer
Tristan
Brunette
Extra
Messenger
