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We've listed a number of streaming and cable services - including rental, purchase, and subscription alternatives - along with the availability of 'Death and the King's Horseman' on each platform when they are available. Now, before we get into the nitty-gritty of how you can watch 'Death and the King's Horseman' right now, here are some finer points about the Stratford Festival drama flick.
Released , 'Death and the King's Horseman' stars Anthony Santiago, Amaka Umeh, Graham Abbey, Kwaku Adu-Poku The movie has a runtime of about 2 hr 33 min, and received a user score of 100 (out of 100) on TMDb, which assembled reviews from 1 respected users.
Want to know what the movie's about? Here's the plot: "In British-occupied Nigeria, a Yoruba king, the Alafin, has died, and it is the duty of his horseman, Elesin, to accompany him into the afterlife. While lustily enjoying the pleasures of this world, Elesin proudly anticipates his transition to the next – but the sacred ritual is interrupted, resulting in unforeseen tragedy. Inspired by a real-life incident, this masterpiece from Nobel Prize winner Soyinka celebrates a community striving to uphold its culture in the face of colonial power."
'Death and the King's Horseman' is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on Amazon Video .
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