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Kings of the Sun
In order to flee from powerful enemies, young Mayan king Balam leads his people north across the Gulf of Mexico to the coast of what will become the United States. They build a home in the new land but come into conflict with a tribe of Native Americans led by their chief, Black Eagle, while both Balam and Black Eagle fall in love the beautiful Mayan princess Ixchel.
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Kings of the Sun
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 18, 1963
Runtime
1h 48m
Genres
History, Adventure
User Score
61%
Original Title
Kings of the Sun
Production Companies
The Mirisch Company, United Artists
Director
J. Lee Thompson
Budget
$4,000,000
Description
In order to flee from powerful enemies, young Mayan king Balam leads his people north across the Gulf of Mexico to the coast of what will become the United States. They build a home in the new land but come into conflict with a tribe of Native Americans led by their chief, Black Eagle, while both Balam and Black Eagle fall in love the beautiful Mayan princess Ixchel.