Alexander King
Actor
Alexander King is a British actor who has made a name for himself in the independent film scene with his precise, physically present performances. He attracted attention with IN FROM THE SIDELINE, Matt Carter's 2022 cinema drama that explores the dynamics of a London rugby club between team spirit, loyalty, and hidden relationships. King's participation in IN FROM THE SIDELINE marks his feature film debut and underscores his strength for credible ensemble work in authentic settings. IN FROM THE SIDELINE was released in the United Kingdom in an arthouse context and was subsequently distributed internationally. In interviews about the film, King talks about the approach of combining sports film conventions with a sensitive relationship narrative and defining characters not through clichés but through inner conflicts. This attitude is reflected in his acting: controlled, attentive to nuances, and clear in the physical portrayal of his roles. The English-language materials and industry profiles thus position King as an actor who carries independent material with credible realism and at the same time has the potential for larger formats.
Films on Sooner
In from the Side

2022
134 mins
Drama, Queer
Two men must hide their growing feelings or risk destroying the sports club they love.