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The Prisoner of Zenda(1979)
Status: Released
Date: 1979-08-17
56%
35 Votes
Time: 1h 48m
Overview:
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.
Languages: English, German, Spanish.
Countries:
United States of America
Budget: $10,000,000.00
Revenue: $15,300,000.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: The Prisoner of Zenda
Top 10 Billed Cast
Peter Sellers
Rudolf IV/Rudolf V/Sidney Frewin
Stuart Wilson
Rupert
Lynne Frederick
Princess Flavia
Elke Sommer
Countess Montparnasse
Gregory Sierra
Count Montparnasse
Catherine Schell
Mauban
Jeremy Kemp
Duke Michael
John Laurie
Archbishop
Ian Abercrombie
Johann
Simon Williams
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