The King of Algiers

The King of Algiers (2023)

May 24th, 20231h 32min

Comedy, Drama
60%

Overview

Omar, better known as Omar the Strawberry, is an old-fashioned bandit. Forced to flee to Algeria, he makes a living out of petty crime, accompanied by his famous sidekick Roger. After decades of ruling the French criminal underworld, they must come to terms with their new life together, which until now has been one of debauchery and violence.


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