King Ralph

After an accident leaves the British royal family without any heirs, a Las Vegas pianist named Ralph is discovered as the sole legitimate successor to the throne. The American man must abandon his casual lifestyle and habits to learn the strict protocols of English monarchy. While he attempts to adapt to official banquets and formal dress, his true personality frequently clashes with royal expectations. This tension is further complicated by his relationship with a stripper, which conflicts with state requirements for him to marry a Finnish princess.

Directed and written by David S. Ward, this comedy followed his previous works Cannery Row and Major League. The film stars John Goodman as Ralph, supported by a cast that includes Peter O'Toole, John Hurt, Camille Coduri, Richard Griffiths, and Julian Glover. Produced by Universal Pictures and Jack Brodsky, the movie had a budget of 23 million USD and earned 52 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception was moderate, with a rating of 5.4/10 on IMDb from 18,000 votes and a matching 5.4/10 on TMDB from 329 votes. Film critics gave the movie a lower score of 4.8/10 based on 14 reviews.