Prince of Players

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.

Country:

United States of America

Genre:

Drama

Duration:

102 minutes

Year:

1955

Director:

Philip Dunne

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Company:

20th Century Fox

Cast:

Edwin Booth

Mary Devlin Booth

John Wilkes Booth

Junius Brutus Booth

Dave Prescott

Crew:

Director

Novel

Producer

Writer

Original Music Composer