The King and I (1956)

Ceremony Year: 1957Category: Best DirectorReleased: 1956

Nominated Talent & Credits

Walter Lang— Walter Lang

Synopsis / Overview

Widowed Welsh mother Anna Leonowens becomes a governess and English tutor to the wives and many children of the stubborn King Mongkut of Siam. Anna and the King have a clash of personalities as she works to teach the royal family about the English language, customs and etiquette, and rushes to prepare a party for a group of European diplomats who must change their opinions about the King.

Historical Academy Record

DIRECTING — 29th Academy Awards (1957)

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