The Prince and the Pauper
19771h 53m6.1(61 votes)
DramaAdventure
Synopsis
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.
The Prince and the Pauper (1977) is a drama and adventure film directed by Richard Fleischer. It stars Mark Lester, Oliver Reed, and Charlton Heston. The film runs for 1 hour 53 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.1 out of 10 from 61 votes.
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Director
Cast
Mark Lester
Prince Edward / Tom Canty
Oliver Reed
Miles Hendon
Charlton Heston
Henry VIII
David Hemmings
Hugh Hendon
Ernest Borgnine
John Canty
George C. Scott
The Ruffler
Harry Andrews
Hertford
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Who stars in The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper stars Mark Lester, Oliver Reed, Charlton Heston, and David Hemmings, and was directed by Richard Fleischer.
How long is The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes.
When did The Prince and the Pauper come out?
The Prince and the Pauper was released in 1977.
What genre is The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper is a drama and adventure film.
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The Prince and the Pauper holds an average audience score of 6.1 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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