The Prisoner of Zenda
1979/08/17 (US) | Action, Adventure, Comedy
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.
Richard Quine
Director
Dick Clement
Screenplay
Ian La Frenais
Screenplay
Lead 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
Budget
$ 10,000,000
Revenue
$ 15,300,000
Status
Released
Production Company
- Universal Pictures
Crews
Walter Mirisch
Executive Producer
Anthony Hope
Novel
Arthur Ibbetson
Director of Photography
Henry Mancini
Original Music Composer
Byron 'Buzz' Brandt
Editor