The Prince and the Pauper
Synopsis
An adaptation of the classic, "The Prince and the Pauper" is the retelling of Edward Tudor and young Thomas Canty, two amazing look-alikes caught up in imperial intrigue and scandal. In fleeing from his violent father, Tom stumbles into the palace courtyard, and is seen by young Prince Edward, who takes him in. Each desiring to see what the other's life is like, the boys impulsively switch identities... little knowing what disaster lies ahead at this fault of thought. And soon Thomas becomes a pawn in the hands of Edward's malicious and greedy uncle, who would have the kingdom for himself.
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Prince & the Pauper
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-04-16
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Aidan Quinn
Miles Hendon
Alan Bates
Re Enrico VIII
Jonathan Hyde
Lord Hertford
Jonathan Timmins
Principe Edward
Robert Timmins
Thomas
Tim Potter
Chief Gentleman
Ian Redford
John Canty
Alison Newman
Ann Canty
Aaron Keeling
Daniel Hunter
János Gyuriska
Hugh Hendon
Ruth Platt
Sarah
James Saxon
Father Abbot
Perdita Weeks
Lady Jane Grey
Luke Smith
Kitchen Boy
Lajos Balázsovits
High Sheriff
James Greene
Archbishop
Paul Brooke
Magistrate
Joanna Bacon
Applecart Lady
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giles Foster
- Screenplay & Story
- Mark Twain, Duke Fenady, Dominic Minghella
- Original Score
- Stanisław Syrewicz
- Original Title
- The Prince and the Pauper
- Country of Origin
- Hungary, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giles Foster
Mark Twain, Duke Fenady, Dominic Minghella
Stanisław Syrewicz
Nyika Jancsó
David Yardley
Department Leadership Roster
Giles Foster
Director
Duke Fenady
Writer
Dominic Minghella
Writer
Stanisław Syrewicz
Original Music Composer
David Yardley
Editor
Nyika Jancsó
Director of Photography
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What is The Prince and the Pauper about?
An adaptation of the classic, "The Prince and the Pauper" is the retelling of Edward Tudor and young Thomas Canty, two amazing look-alikes caught up in imperial intrigue and scandal. In fleeing from his violent father, Tom stumbles into the palace courtyard, and is seen by young Prince Edward, who takes him in. Each desiring to see what the other's life is like, the boys impulsively switch identities... little knowing what disaster lies ahead at this fault of thought. And soon Thomas becomes a pawn in the hands of Edward's malicious and greedy uncle, who would have the kingdom for himself.
Who directed The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper was directed by Giles Foster.
Who stars in The Prince and the Pauper?
The principal cast of The Prince and the Pauper includes Aidan Quinn, Alan Bates, Jonathan Hyde, Jonathan Timmins, Robert Timmins.
When was The Prince and the Pauper released and how long is it?
The Prince and the Pauper was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Prince and the Pauper?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Prince and the Pauper was composed by Stanisław Syrewicz.
Is The Prince and the Pauper based on a book or true story?
The Prince and the Pauper is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Mark Twain".