Prince of Players
1955-01-11| 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
Richard Burton
Maggie McNamara
John Derek
Raymond Massey
Charles Bickford
Elizabeth Sellars
Eleanor Audley
Ian Keith
Eva Le Gallienne
Christopher Cook
Mae Marsh
Burt Mustin
Sarah Padden
Richard Deacon
