Prince of Players
movie
View on VideBits →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.
Cast & crew
Charles Bickford · Eleanor Audley · Elizabeth Sellars · Eva Le Gallienne · Ian Keith · John Derek · Maggie McNamara · Raymond Massey · Richard Burton