The King’s Speech is based on the true story of Prince Albert—Queen Elizabeth II’s father—and his remarkable friendship with eccentric speech therapist Lionel Logue, who helped him overcome his lifelong stutter. As the second son of George V, Prince Albert was not expected to become King, but when his brother, David chose to abdicate in order to marry Wallis Simpson, Bertie succeeded him and in 1936 was crowned King George VI. When Albert was thrust into the international spotlight, Lionel Logue helped him find a voice with which to lead the nation.

The film's many trophies include four Academy Awards (including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Actor), one Golden Globe, and seven BAFTAs.

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