The Polka King (2017)
English biographical film directed by Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky
Film facts
- Runtime
- 1h 35m 95 min
- Released
- 22 January 2017
- Language
- English
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
The Polka King has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 min). The English film released on 22 January 2017. It is directed by Maya Forbes and Wallace Wolodarsky and stars Jack Black, Jenny Slate and Jason Schwartzman.
Cast and crew
- Directors
- Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky
- Cast
- Jack Black, Jenny Slate, Jason Schwartzman, Jacki Weaver, Vanessa Bayer, J. B. Smoove, Robert Capron, Willie Garson
- Editing
- Catherine Haight
- Written by
- Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky
- Produced by
- Jack Black, Stuart Cornfeld, David Permut, Wallace Wolodarsky
- Production
- Red Hour Productions
- Distribution
- Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Based on
- The Man Who Would Be Polka King
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 22 January 2017
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Polka King?
The Polka King has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes, or 95 min.
When did The Polka King release?
The Polka King released on 22 January 2017.
Who directed The Polka King?
The Polka King is directed by Maya Forbes and Wallace Wolodarsky.
Who is in the cast of The Polka King?
The cast of The Polka King includes Jack Black, Jenny Slate, Jason Schwartzman, Jacki Weaver, Vanessa Bayer and J. B. Smoove.
Where can I watch The Polka King online?
The Polka King streams on Netflix.
Is The Polka King based on a true story or a book?
The Polka King is based on The Man Who Would Be Polka King.
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