King of the Gypsies

1978·112'

Frank Pierson

Drama

★ 5.9

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They have their own language... Their own codes of sex, honor and vengeance... And their own way of choosing a king.

Zharko, leader of the Romanis in NYC, passes his position of leadership on to his unwilling grandson, Dave, leading to infighting between Dave and his father.

Cast

Sterling Hayden King Zharko Stepanowicz

Shelley Winters Queen Rachel

Susan Sarandon Rose

Judd Hirsch Groffo

Eric Roberts Dave

Brooke Shields Tita

Annette O'Toole Sharon

Annie Potts Persa

Alice Drummond Zharko's Nurse

Michael V. Gazzo Spiro Giorgio

Antonia Rey Danitza Giorgio

Stephen Mendillo Adolf