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The Prisoner of Zenda (1952)

"A Swashbuckling Adventure In The Grand Style!"

6.919521h 40mEN
Adventure

Directed by Richard Thorpe

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

EN

Release

November 4, 1952

Director

Richard Thorpe

Official Trailer

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Overview

A kingdom's ascending heir, marked for assassination, switches identities with a lookalike, who takes his place at the coronation. When the real king is kidnapped, his followers try to find him, while the stand-in falls in love with the king's intended bride, the beautiful Princess Flavia.

Cast

Stewart Granger

Stewart Granger

Rudolf Rassendyll / King Rudolf V

Deborah Kerr

Deborah Kerr

Princess Flavia

James Mason

James Mason

Rupert of Hentzau

Louis Calhern

Louis Calhern

Col. Zapt

Jane Greer

Jane Greer

Antoinette de Mauban

Lewis Stone

Lewis Stone

The Cardinal

Robert Douglas

Robert Douglas

Michael, Duke of Strelsau

Robert Coote

Robert Coote

Fritz von Tarlenheim

Peter Brocco

Peter Brocco

Johann

Francis Pierlot

Francis Pierlot

Josef

Jay Adler

Jay Adler

Kathleen Freeman

Kathleen Freeman

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Prisoner of Zenda (1952), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A kingdom's ascending heir, marked for assassination, switches identities with a lookalike, who takes his place at the coronation. When the real king is kidnapped, his followers try to find him, while the stand-in falls in love with the king's intended bride, the beautiful Princess Flavia.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Prisoner of Zenda. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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