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Prince of Players

Prince of Players

(1955)

Overview

This biopic follows the story of Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth and his rise to fame. Edwin's career begins when he replaces his alcoholic father, the great actor Junius Brutus Booth, in a production of "Richard III" after Junius forgets his lines. As an adult, Edwin performs many lead roles and sparks a rivalry with his brother, John Wilkes. But after his brief time as a celebrity, Edwin's career is cut short by family tragedy.

Featured Crew

  1. Director : Philip Dunne
  2. Producer : Philip Dunne
  3. Writer : Moss Hart
  4. Cast : Richard Burton,Maggie McNamara,John Derek,Raymond Massey,Charles Bickford,Elizabeth Sellars,Eleanor Audley,Ian Keith,Eva Le Gallienne,Christopher Cook,Mae Marsh,Burt Mustin,Sarah Padden,Richard Deacon

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Original TitlePrince of Players

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1955-01-11

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 42m

Production Companies20th Century Fox

Genres

  • Drama

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