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Prince of Players

Prince of Players (1955)

5.5 | 11 Jan 1955 | Drama

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

Philip Dunne Director
Moss Hart Writer
Eleanor Ruggles Novel
Philip Dunne Producer
Bernard Herrmann Original Music Composer
Frances C. Richardson Researcher

Prince of Players (1955) Cast & Crew

Richard Burton
Richard Burton
Edwin Booth
Maggie McNamara
Maggie McNamara
Mary Devlin Booth
John Derek
John Derek
John Wilkes Booth
Raymond Massey
Raymond Massey
Junius Brutus Booth
Charles Bickford
Charles Bickford
Dave Prescott
Elizabeth Sellars
Elizabeth Sellars
Asia Booth
Eleanor Audley
Eleanor Audley
Mrs. Montchesington
Ian Keith
Ian Keith
Ghost of Hamlet's father in "Hamlet"
Eva Le Gallienne
Eva Le Gallienne
Gertrude in "Hamlet"
Christopher Cook
Christopher Cook
Edwin Booth at 10

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