Prince of Players
Prince of Players

Prince of Players

January 11, 1955 | 102 min

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.

Genres

Drama

Cast

Naomi Scott

Richard Burton

Naomi Scott

Maggie McNamara

Naomi Scott

John Derek

Naomi Scott

Raymond Massey

Naomi Scott

Charles Bickford

Naomi Scott

Elizabeth Sellars

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