kingdom,kidnapping,heir to the throne,sword fight,royalty,identity swap,fictitious country

The Prisoner of Zenda (1979)

Poster for The Prisoner of Zenda

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Richard Quine
  • Profile picture of Peter Sellers
    Rudolf IV/Rudolf V/Sidney Frewin Peter Sellers
  • Profile picture of Stuart Wilson
    Rupert Stuart Wilson
  • Profile picture of Lynne Frederick
    Princess Flavia Lynne Frederick
  • Profile picture of Elke Sommer
    Countess Montparnasse Elke Sommer
  • Profile picture of Gregory Sierra
    Count Montparnasse Gregory Sierra
  • Profile picture of Catherine Schell
    Mauban Catherine Schell
  • Profile picture of Jeremy Kemp
    Duke Michael Jeremy Kemp
  • Profile picture of John Laurie
    Archbishop John Laurie

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Keywords

  • kingdom
  • kidnapping
  • heir to the throne
  • sword fight
  • royalty
  • identity swap
  • fictitious country