Does not attain the catharsis of the great tragedy it uses as its model, but manages to deliver only melodrama.
King of Texas (2002)
Tomatometer
How does the Tomatometer work ![]()
Reviews Counted:5
Fresh:3
Rotten:2
Average Rating:6.1/10
Runtime: 2 hrs
Genre: Television
Synopsis: Ranch tycoon John Lear (Patrick Stewart) divides his considerable property between two daughters (Marcia Gay Harden and Lauren Holly). A battle breaks out for the land and Lear learns the value of... Ranch tycoon John Lear (Patrick Stewart) divides his considerable property between two daughters (Marcia Gay Harden and Lauren Holly). A battle breaks out for the land and Lear learns the value of peace. This reworking of William Shakespeare's KING LEAR is set in a Western milieu with stunning Texas scenery. Using a post-Alamo setting, this adaptation surprisingly retains the complexity of Shakespeare's characters. Originally aired on cable, the film also features terrific supporting work from Roy Scheider. [More]
Starring: Patrick Stewart, Lauren Holly, Marcia Gay Harden, David Alan Grier
Starring: Patrick Stewart, Lauren Holly, Marcia Gay Harden, David Alan Grier, Colm Meaney, Julie Cox, Matt Letscher, Steven Bauer, Patrick Bergin, Roy Scheider
Director: Uli Edel
Director: Uli Edel
Producer: Art Levinson
Screenwriter: Stephen Harrigan
Reviews for King of Texas
Fine enough fare for Shakespeare junkies who aren’t too hard core about their history.
Juicy with familial betrayal, horse thievery, land grabbing, and illicit smooching...
More DVDs
| Tomatometer Percentage | Movie |
|---|---|
| 36% 36% | Angels & Demons |
| 25% 25% | Four Christmases |
| 68% 68% | Funny People |
| 95% 95% | Star Trek |
| 14% 14% | The Ugly Truth |
| Tomatometer Percentage | Movie |
|---|---|
| 83% 83% | Harry Potter and the H… |
| 67% 67% | Public Enemies |
| 75% 75% | Julie & Julia |
| 95% 95% | The Cove |
| 85% 85% | World's Greatest Dad |
What’s Hot On RT
Other News
Sponsored Links
Around The Network
- King of Texas at Rotten Tomatoes
Fresh Links
Featured

Subscribe to RT's YouTube channel and don't miss a second of our cracking video content.

Follow Rotten Tomatoes and join us as we tweet about the week's releases.





