The Prince and the Pauper (2000)
Overview
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.
Where to watch The Prince and the Pauper
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| United States | Amazon Prime Video, UP Faith & Family | — | — |
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What is The Prince and the Pauper about?
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. The Prince and the Pauper is a Adventure, Family movie, released on 2000-12-01, runtime 90 minutes.
Is The Prince and the Pauper worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Prince and the Pauper 6.4 out of 10 from 16 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Prince and the Pauper?
In the United States, The Prince and the Pauper streams on Amazon Prime Video and UP Faith & Family. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Giles Foster
Cast
- Aidan Quinn as Miles Hendon
- Alan Bates as Re Enrico VIII
- Jonathan Hyde as Lord Hertford
- Jonathan Timmins as Principe Edward
- Robert Timmins as Thomas
- Tim Potter as Chief Gentleman
- Ian Redford as John Canty
- Alison Newman as Ann Canty
- Aaron Keeling as Daniel Hunter
- János Gyuriska as Hugh Hendon
- Ruth Platt as Sarah
- James Saxon as Father Abbot
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Sources
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