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The American King

Comedy

In 2020, a mysterious Priestess arrives in the USA to fulfill a 400 year old Prophecy: to choose an American King (Akon) who will rebuild an ancient African Kingdom . The CIA scrambles to find information for the President, leading to the unraveling of the most guarded Secret about the founding of the USA. The President running for re-election, has to decide if he can Make Africa Great Again.

Year

2020

Duration

1h 16m

IMDb

4.4

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Cast

AO

Adah Obekpa

Director

Akon

Sebastian

Andrew Howard

Dimitri

Cast

AO

Adah Obekpa

Director

Akon

Sebastian

Andrew Howard

Dimitri

NI

Nse Ikpe-Etim

Priestess

Nick Moran

Chad Wanker

Enyinna Nwigwe

Prince Kessienna

Miguel A. Núñez Jr.

Peewee

Massi Furlan

Sergei

SA

Stella Ademiluyi

Wife 2

DaShawn Barnes

Princess

GB

Geoff Brown

Samanda

Moriah Brown

Princess 3

Nathin Art Butler

Douglas

Jack Campbell

Vladimir

Jennifer Conrad

Wife 1

Myles Cranford

Wahab

Martin Dingle Wall

Street Preacher

Charles Duckworth

Charlie

Tommy Franklin

Chief

AO

Adah Obekpa

Writer

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Comments

10 Comments

Titumeni Titu ChirwaJun 13, 2025

This definitely was a pleasant surprise. Such a unique and rich blend of cultures, history and politics. It explores so many relevant and interesting themes. The acting, the costumes and cinematography were top notch and the humour out of this world. A truly enjoyable movie. I'd recommend it anytime anyday.

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مواهب كرة القدم ⚽️Nov 22, 2022

The American King offers an alternate-history fantasy "what-if" look at a world led by a divinely guided leader over a united Africa. Directed by Adah Obekpa and starring Senegalese-American rapper Akon, the dramatic comedy also highlights some of the sore-spot roots of racism in America. Akon plays Sebastian, the man chosen to be king by a newly awakened spiritual force known as the Oracle. When the Oracle's priestess (Nse Ikpe-Etim) and her entourage come to the U. S. to bring Sebastian back to Africa, they find that he's a recently released ex-con now hustling on Venice Beach. He's trying to scrape together enough money to take care of his ailing mother and to repay Dmitri (Andrew Howard), the loan shark he borrowed from after being released. Dmitri gives him two days to pay, or bad things will happen. Sebastian latches onto the fact that a street preacher talking about the importance of Africa draws a large audience. So he decides to do the same and begins to solicit funds on the street with his crew, masquerading as Africans collecting for the needy on the continent. They attract attention and funds primarily from pretty blonde women. The priestess in her robes and elaborate headdress appears to Sebastian in this setting, and he assumes she's also a hustler but with better props. He dismisses her, but she saves him from Dmitri later that day and offers him a large sum of cash as her anointed monarch. From there, The American King morphs into a pygmalion-like transformation for the lead. Juxtaposed against this comedically rich reversal of fortune is a discussion at the White House of the reappearance of the priestess. It is revealed that she's surfaced periodically throughout history to mentor and influence African people and world governments toward a more peaceful, prosperous, and equitable world. Now she's back to set things right once again. The U. S. government, of course, is very interested in getting into her good graces. Unfortunately, though, not everyone accepts the judgment of the Oracle. The bloodline heir to the kingdom of Africa, Prince Kessienna (Enyinna Nwigwe), is particularly salty about being usurped by an uneducated L. A. street grifter. Despite the small budget, The American King delivers in big ways. It's like Coming to America in reverse, with the protagonist becoming a king. It turns out Akon is a natural-born actor. He has an easy, comfortable manner on camera reminiscent of Eddie Murphy in the 1980s.

BTS ✨Nov 22, 2022

This is a great comedy film! Definitely Coming to America vibes. Beautiful filming / shots and has fantastic cast. A must watch! Recommending to all my family and friends!

Dianellisse RimaNov 22, 2022

This definitely was a pleasant surprise. Such a unique and rich blend of cultures, history and politics. It explores so many relevant and interesting themes. The acting, the costumes and cinematography were top notch and the humour out of this world. A truly enjoyable movie. I'd recommend it anytime anyday.

Orchidée 👸🏼Nov 22, 2022

This film is hilarious!! I really enjoyed it fully! It's very lighthearted & funny, but addresses many social issues in a satirical/comedic way! An impressive twist on the narrative and how it's portrayed. The sound track was very well curated as well and Akon played up his role very well. Only thing is I wish it was longer. Hopefully a part 2 is in the works! Highly recommended for a great laugh with the family.

usman aliNov 22, 2022

Such a funny film with beautiful settings and great music! Akon is so good in this role and the whole cast is awesome. A must-watch lighthearted film that will entertain you and make your day.