The Prince and the Pauper - 2-DVD Set ( The Prince & the Pauper )

The Prince and the Pauper - 2-DVD Set (DVD) (*)

Out of Stock

Alternate Title: The Prince & the Pauper
Screened, competed or awarded at:
BAFTA Awards

Language Selections:
Dutch ( Subtitles )
English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 )

Product Origin/Format:
Netherlands ( PAL/Region 2 )

Running Time:
180 min

Aspect Ratio:
Fullscreen

Special Features:
2-DVD Set
Interactive Menu
Scene Access

Movie filmed in 1996 and produced in:
United Kingdom ( Great Britain, Ireland )

Directed By:
Andrew Morgan

Written By:
Julian Fellowes
Mark Twain

Actors:
Philip Sarson ..... Prince Edward / ... (6 episodes, 1996)
John Bowe ..... Earl of Hertford / ... (6 episodes, 1996)
Peter Jeffrey ..... Duke of Norfolk / ... (6 episodes, 1996)
Rupert Frazer ..... Sir Thomas Seymour / ... (6 episodes, 1996)
Elizabeth Ann O'Brien ..... Lady Elizabeth (6 episodes, 1996)
Richenda Carey ..... Lady Milford (6 episodes, 1996)
James Purefoy ..... Miles Hendon (5 episodes, 1996)
Virginia Beare ..... Lady Mary (5 episodes, 1996)
John Judd ..... John Canty (5 episodes, 1996)
Max Johnson ..... Humphrey Marlow (5 episodes, 1996)
Douglas Reith ..... Chamberlain (5 episodes, 1996)
Sophia Myles ..... Lady Jane Grey (4 episodes, 1996)
Jenny McCracken ..... Mother Canty (4 episodes, 1996)
Lucy Speed ..... Nan Canty (3 episodes, 1996)
Paul Chapman ..... Father Thomas (3 episodes, 1996)
Janet Henfrey ..... Goody Watson (3 episodes, 1996)
Freddy White ..... Hugo (3 episodes, 1996)
Nick Smallman ..... Sir Hugh Hendon (2 episodes, 1996)
Victoria Gay ..... Lady Edith de Bohun (2 episodes, 1996)
Miranda Forbes ..... Widow White (2 episodes, 1996)
Keith Michell ..... King Henry VIII (2 episodes, 1996)
Richard O'Callaghan ..... Peddler (2 episodes, 1996)
John Lanasis ..... Roger (unknown episodes)
George A. Murphy ..... Guard (unknown episodes)

Synopsis:

The Prince and the Pauper, Mark Twain's novel about adventure and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII, has been adapted countless times for films and television. In 1996, a six-part miniseries version was seen in the United Kingdom. As ever, the story was predicated upon the astonishing resemblance between Prince Edward, heir to the British throne, and Tom Canty, the low-born son of a scoundrelly thief (both parts were played on this occasion by Philip Sarson). Of the many subplots, the one taking up most of the screen time dealt with the combined efforts of Edward and Tom to restore the property and reputation of discredited nobleman Miles Herndon (James Purefoy). The story ended with the hapless Tom, posing as the Prince, very nearly being crowned king in Edward's absence. The Prince and the Pauper was adapted for television by Julian Fellowes.

Two identical-looking boys, street urchin Tom Canty and Prince Edward Tudor of Wales, exchange clothes and identities. Edward learns about the problems of common people and Tom plays the role of a prince and then a king. Both boys realize through their experiences that you can't judge a person's worth by outer appearances. A boy pauper with an abusive alcoholic father, Tom dreams of a life steeped in riches and adventure. Prince Edward, son of the often-merciless King Henry VIII, dreams of playing with children his age and to 'clothe myself in rags and revel in mud, with no one to forbid it.' One day, while running from his father, John Canty, Tom tumbles unnoticed through the guarded gate and onto the grounds of the royal palace. He is met there by Prince Edward, who discreetly leads him through a side entrance and up to his stately room. The two boys become friends, sharing their aspirations, and in a whimsical act, changing clothes. The boys stand in front of a mirror and are amazed. Tom looks exactly like the Prince and the Prince just like Tom. The Prince seizes the moment and heads for the window, telling Tom to be Prince until he returns. With the help of altruistic stranger, Miles Hendon, the Prince overcomes John Canty's wrath, imprisonment and nonbelievers who label him a liar when he professes his true identity, all in his quest to return to his rightful place in life. Tom finds himself behind bars as well -- the gate that surrounds the royal palace. When the King dies, he must continue to masquerade as Prince, longing for his family and friends. while fending off the nefarious Lord Hertford, who has discovered Tom's identity and threatens to reveal it unless Hertford rules the kingdom, using the boy as a puppet. However, through the kindness of strangers and armed with newfound wisdom, the Prince reclaims his throne and rights the injustices of his father, making a better life for his new friends and country.

Season 1
Season 1, Episode 1: Episode #1.1
Original Air Date-10 November 1996
Season 1, Episode 2: Episode #1.2
Original Air Date-17 November 1996
Season 1, Episode 3: Episode #1.3
Original Air Date-24 November 1996
Season 1, Episode 4: Episode #1.4
Original Air Date-1 December 1996
Season 1, Episode 5: Episode #1.5
Original Air Date-8 December 1996
Season 1, Episode 6: Episode #1.6
Original Air Date-15 December 1996

This product was added to our catalog on Thursday 10 November, 2011.

Customers who bought this product also purchased

Frankenstein (2007) (DVD)	Huckleberry Finn & His Friends - Season 1 (7 Episodes) (DVD)	Magnetist's Fifth Winter (DVD)
The Tenant of Wildfell Hall - 2-DVD Set (DVD)