IMDb 5.4 2024 HD

Like a Prince

Like a Prince

2024
Comedy
90 min NR France
5.6 / 10
5.4 IMDB

Souleyman, 27, a boxing champion in full preparation for the Olympic Games with the French team, sees his future crumble when he cracks the bones of his hand,…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Victoire Nyault / Margot Seban / Ali Marhyar
Starring
Ahmed Sylla / Mallory Wanecque / Julia Piaton / Jonathan Cohen / Antoine Gouy / Youssef Hajdi / Jonathan Lambert / Tewfik Jallab

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

redemption setback character study community service boxing transformation unexpected journey grounded reflective consequence

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Mar 17, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Ahmed Sylla is the undeniable heart of 'Like a Prince,' portraying Souleyman with a raw authenticity that grounds the film. The story of a promising boxer sidelined by circumstance and sent to work at the Château de Chambord…

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Arthur Finch
Mar 17, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

The premise of 'Like a Prince' offers a hook: a boxing champion brought low, tasked with community service at a grand estate. Ahmed Sylla does his best with the material, conveying Souleyman's frustration, but the narrative arc feels…

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Genevieve Dubois
Mar 17, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a film that understands the power of setting and character transformation. Ahmed Sylla delivers a nuanced portrayal of Souleyman, a boxer whose world implodes, forcing him into an unlikely period of service at the picturesque Château…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 17, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Like a Prince' presents a familiar trajectory for its protagonist, Souleyman, a boxer whose dreams are shattered by a moment of indiscretion. Ahmed Sylla imbues the character with a believable mix of anger and vulnerability. The film's strength…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 17, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Ahmed Sylla anchors 'Like a Prince' with a performance that navigates the frustration and eventual introspection of a fallen champion. The film's initial setup, depicting Souleyman's swift descent from Olympic hopeful to garden labourer, is compelling. While the…

FAQs

While 'Like a Prince' begins with a focus on boxing and Souleyman's Olympic aspirations, the narrative quickly pivots to his community service. This suggests the film is more than just a sports drama. It appears to delve into themes of personal crisis, rehabilitation, and finding purpose in unexpected circumstances. The setting of the Château de Chambord further broadens its scope beyond the athletic arena.