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The Prince and the Pauper (1996)

TV Series ★ 9.0 30 min

Drama

A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities but events force the pair to experience each other's lives as well. The Prince and the Pauper, Mark Twain's novel about adventure and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII.

Julian Fellowes Creator

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Released
November 10, 1996
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0398547
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Cast

Philip Sarson Prince Edward/Tom Canty James Purefoy James Purefoy Miles Hendon John Bowe John Bowe The Duke of Somerset/The Earl of Hertford Peter Jeffrey Peter Jeffrey The Duke of Norfolk Richenda Carey Richenda Carey Lady Milford Douglas Reith Douglas Reith Chamberlain Sophia Myles Sophia Myles Lady Jane Grey Lucy Speed Lucy Speed Nan Canty Keith Michell Keith Michell King Henry VIII Rupert Frazer Rupert Frazer Sir Thomas Seymour John Judd John Judd John Canty

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Prince and the Pauper about?
A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities but events force the pair to experience each other's lives as well. The Prince and the Pauper, Mark Twain's novel about adventure and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII.
Who created The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper was created by Julian Fellowes.
Who stars in The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper stars Philip Sarson, James Purefoy, John Bowe, Peter Jeffrey.
When was The Prince and the Pauper released?
The Prince and the Pauper is a 1996 drama series.
Where can I watch The Prince and the Pauper?
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