The Prince and the Pauper (1977) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Prince and the Pauper (1977) — Tom Canty is a poor English boy who bears a remarkable resemblance to Edward, Prince of…
The Prince and the Pauper (1977) Storyline
Tom Canty is a poor English boy who bears a remarkable resemblance to Edward, Prince of Wales and son of King Henry VIII. The two boys meet and decide to play a joke on the court by dressing in each other's clothes, but the plan goes awry when they're separated and each must live the other's life.
Full Cast & Crew
- Mark Lester as Prince Edward / Tom Canty
- Oliver Reed as Miles Hendon
- Charlton Heston as Henry VIII
- David Hemmings as Hugh Hendon
- Ernest Borgnine as John Canty
- George C. Scott as The Ruffler
- Harry Andrews as Hertford
- Raquel Welch as Lady Edith
- Rex Harrison as The Duke of Norfolk
- Sybil Danning as Mother Canty
- Julian Orchard as . St.John
- Murray Melvin as Prince's Dresser
- Lalla Ward as Princess Elizabeth
- Felicity Dean as Lady Jane
- Graham Stark as Jester
Why Watch The Prince and the Pauper?
The Vibe: The Prince and the Pauper is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and adventure movie from 1977. Directed by Richard Fleischer, and starring Mark Lester, Oliver Reed, Charlton Heston Tom Canty is a poor English boy who bears a remarkable resemblance to Edward, Prince of Wales and son of King Henry VIII.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6/10, The Prince and the Pauper retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with adventure elements, The Prince and the Pauper deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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