Anna And King Of Siam

VHS, 128 minutes, CBS / FOX

This "magnificent spectacle" with "matchless pageantry" and "Frequent moments of high comedy," (Hollywood Reporter) stars Rex Harrison as the king of Siam and Irene Dunne as Anna, the charming strong-willed English widow who teaches him how to live in a modern world. Accompanied by her son, Anna Owens arrives in Siam to educate the king's harem and his sixty-seven children. She soon discovers their are many obstacles to overcome and it is only through her integrity, wit and dedication that she is able to continue her work. Slowly, she sees the effect of her influence on the court, but it is not until the stubborn king realizes he needs Anna's wisdom and guidance that her difficult mission is a success. Linda Darnell, Lee J. Cobb and Oscar nominee Gale Sondergaard also star in this adaptation of Margaret Landon's bestseller, the true story that inspired "The King And I.".