Movie·1979·1h 48m
The Prisoner of Zenda
Directed By
Richard Quine
Country
United States of America
Language
English
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The Story
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.
Written By
Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais
Producer
Walter Mirisch
Cinematography
Arthur Ibbetson
Music
Henry Mancini
Editor
Byron 'Buzz' Brandt
Themes
Production House
Audience Score
38 votes
Where to watch
Region: US
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// cast
Cast
Peter Sellers
Rudolf IV/Rudolf V/Sidney Frewin
Stuart Wilson
Rupert
Lynne Frederick
Princess Flavia
Elke Sommer
Countess Montparnasse
Gregory Sierra
Count Montparnasse
Catherine Schell
Mauban
Jeremy Kemp
Duke Michael
John Laurie
Archbishop
Ian Abercrombie
Johann
Simon Williams
Lionel Jeffries
Colonel Zapt
Michael Balfour
Graham Stark
Michael Segal
Arthur Howard
Norman Rossington
Brendan Dillon
Joseph (uncredited)
// crew
Crew
Walter Mirisch
Executive Producer
Richard Quine
Director
Arthur Ibbetson
Director of Photography
Henry Mancini
Original Music Composer
Dick Clement
Screenplay
Byron 'Buzz' Brandt
Editor
Ian La Frenais
Screenplay
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