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Prince of Players
1955, Jan 11
1h 42m
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.
Directed by
Philip Dunne
Written by
Moss Hart
Richard Burton
Edwin Booth
Sarah Padden
Mary Todd Lincoln (uncredited)
Maggie McNamara
Mary Devlin Booth
John Derek
John Wilkes Booth
Mae Marsh
Witch in 'Macbeth' (uncredited)
Eleanor Audley
Mrs. Montchesington
Charles Bickford
Dave Prescott
Ian Keith
Ghost of Hamlet's father in "Hamlet"
Burt Mustin
Miner (uncredited)
Raymond Massey
Junius Brutus Booth
Richard Deacon
Theatre Manager
Elizabeth Sellars
Asia Booth
Eva Le Gallienne
Gertrude in "Hamlet"
Christopher Cook
Edwin Booth at 10
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