The read
It runs a compact 1h 30m.
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.
Ratings
IMDb6.6/10
16 audience votes
Key crew
- Giles FosterDirector
- Duke FenadyWriter
- Dominic MinghellaWriter
- Stanisław SyrewiczOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Aidan QuinnMiles Hendon
- Alan BatesRe Enrico VIII
- Jonathan HydeLord Hertford
- Jonathan TimminsPrincipe Edward
- Robert TimminsThomas
- Tim PotterChief Gentleman
- Ian RedfordJohn Canty
- Alison NewmanAnn Canty
- Aaron KeelingDaniel Hunter
- János GyuriskaHugh Hendon
- Ruth PlattSarah
- James SaxonFather Abbot
Stills
Themes
based on novel or bookprincetudorlook-alike16th centurybritish monarchy