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The Prisoner of Zenda
Anthony Hope's classic tale gets a decidedly 'un-classic' treatment at the hands of Peter Sellers. Following the story somewhat, friends of the new King Rudolph of Ruritania fear for his life, and switch him with a look-a-like London cabby. Throw in two(!) lovely blondes, treachery, and a battle for life and honour, and enjoy life at its zaniest.
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The Prisoner of Zenda opened in theaters August 17, 1979. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Anthony Hope's classic tale gets a decidedly 'un-classic' treatment at the hands of Peter Sellers. Following the story somewhat, friends of the new King Rudolph of Ruritania fear for his life, and switch him with a look-a-like London cabby. Throw in two(!) lovely blondes, treachery, and a battle for life and honour, and enjoy life at its zaniest.
Cast, crew and production details
About The Prisoner of Zenda
Cast
Peter SellersRudolf IV/Rudolf V/Sidney Frewin
Stuart WilsonRupert
Lynne FrederickPrincess Flavia
Elke SommerCountess Montparnasse
Gregory SierraCount Montparnasse
Catherine SchellMauban
Jeremy KempDuke Michael
John LaurieArchbishopCredits
- Directed by
- Richard Quine
- Written by
- Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais, Anthony Hope
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $15.3M
Production
Universal PicturesUnited States
Themes
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