The New King: Part Two (25 Jul. 2009)

Silas, miraculously recovering from his wounds, challenges the coup backed up by David. Silas finally reconciles with God but doesn't like what God has to say and the conflicts continue.

Director:

Tucker Gates

Writers:

Michael Green (creator), Michael Green (teleplay),

Stars:

Ian McShane, Christopher Egan, Susanna Thompson

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
Ian McShane	...	King Silas Benjamin
Christopher Egan	...	Capt. David Shepherd (as Chris Egan)
Susanna Thompson	...	Queen Rose Benjamin
Allison Miller	...	Michelle Benjamin
Eamonn Walker	...	Rev. Ephram Samuels
Sebastian Stan	...	Jack Benjamin
Dylan Baker	...	William Cross
Macaulay Culkin	...	Andrew Cross
Marlyne Barrett	...	Thomasina (as Marlyne Afflack)
Peter Francis James	...	Lieutenant General
Jason Antoon	...	Boyden
Reed Birney	...	Press Minister Forsythe
Joel Garland	...	Klotz (as Joel Marsh Garland)
Kathleen Mealia	...	Lucinda Wolfson
Howard W. Overshown	...	Minister of Energy (as Howard Overshown)

Storyline

Silas, miraculously recovering from his wounds, challenges the coup backed up by David. Silas finally reconciles with God but doesn't like what God has to say and the conflicts continue.

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Plot Keywords:

coup | crown | murder | soul mate | general | 

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 July 2009 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Broadway Stages, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

J. A. Green Construction, 3 Arts Entertainment, Universal Media Studios (UMS)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Goofs

As Jack's coronation is beginning, there is a drummer coming down the steps; the sound of the drum does not match his movements.

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Quotes

King Silas Benjamin: You *can* drink with people you hate; life's taught me that much. Come on - might be your last.
David Shepherd: [sitting down opposite Silas] ... So that's it, then - we die tomorrow.
King Silas Benjamin: Odds are not in our favor... Not like the old days - then I was sure. I'd ask the outcome of a battle, and He'd answer in thunder and the answer would always be "yes".
David Shepherd: No answer tonight?
King Silas Benjamin: Not for some time.
King Silas Benjamin: [heavenward] Hey, maybe we can help You out a little.
King Silas Benjamin: [pouring a third shot glass at the table] Just let us know You're ...
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User Reviews

Another Superb Show Cancelled by NBC

Kings, one of the best shows in recent television history, was canceled by NBC, replaced by another 'reality' show. It is a testimony to the programmers at NBC of their poor judgment, one in a long line of intellectual mistakes. It is apparent that NBC considers its viewers to have an IQ equal to the product of in-breeding. Rather than being force-fed the mind-numbing dishes that NBC has chosen to offer, I've switched channels.

The performances of the actors were worthy of Emmy awards. The direction was flawless. The scripts were well written and intellectually stimulating. The sets were movie-quality. The cast was wisely chosen. Each and every episode offered stimulating drama without the need to resort to luring viewers with sexual encounters and extreme violence.

I'll miss this show very much.