LOS ANGELES, CA--Apr 11, 2005

WHAT:

Anthony Anderson stars in the comedy "King's Ransom" as Malcolm King, a wealthy and arrogant businessman whose soon-to-be ex-wife has plans to take him for everything he's worth in their divorce settlement. Determined to avoid losing his fortune to her, Malcolm plans his own kidnapping with the help of his dim-witted mistress and her ex-con brother. But Malcolm's plans go hilariously awry when he discovers that he is not the only one with a scheme to kidnap and hold him for ransom.

"King's Ransom" is directed by Jeff Byrd and scheduled for an April 22nd, 2005 release.

WHO:

From the film: Anthony Anderson, Kellita Smith, Nicole Parker, Regina Hall, Donald Faison, Leila Arcieri, Charlie Murphy, director, Jeff Byrd, Producer Darryl Taja

Guests: TBD

WHEN:

Thursday, April 21st Press Check in: 5:30 pm Arrivals: 6:30 pm Screening: 7:30 pm

WHERE:

ArcLight Cinerama Dome 6360 W. Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90028

"KING'S RANSOM" Opens April 22nd, 2005 http://www.kingsransommovie.com

Contact: CONTACT: Mike Rau (310) 967-6562 michael.rau@newline.com