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Prince of Players (1955)

January 11, 1955 (US) Drama • 102m

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.

Director

Philip Dunne

Top Billed

Richard Burton

Keywords

Top Billed Cast

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

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

Mae Marsh
Mae Marsh

Witch in 'Macbeth' (uncredited)

Burt Mustin
Burt Mustin

Miner (uncredited)

Sarah Padden
Sarah Padden

Mary Todd Lincoln (uncredited)

Richard Deacon
Richard Deacon

Theatre Manager

Crew


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Status

Released

Original Language

EN

Budget

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