Anna and the King of Siam
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Overview
In 1862, a young Englishwoman becomes royal tutor in Siam and befriends the King.
Genres
- Drama
- Romance
General Information
Release Date: 1946-08-11
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Runtime: 128 min
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