The Prisoner of Zenda

Aug 17 1979 PG 1h 48m
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.

Plot

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.

Written by

Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais, Anthony Hope

Directed by

Richard Quine

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Universal Pictures

Languages

English, Español, Deutsch

Awards

N/A

Scores
# of Votes
1,401
Average Rating
5.2 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA