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The Prisoner of Zenda

1979Movie1 h 48 min

49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.3Rotten Tomatoes–38%

A hopeful, fast-paced action movie about history and mystery.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

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.

Feels like

  • Peter Sellers
  • Parody
  • Historical Comedy
  • Satire
  • Slapstick
  • Eccentric Humor
  • Classic Tale
  • Lighthearted Adventure
  • Visual Comedy

Cast

11 of 11

Crew

Directed by
Richard Quine
Written by
Ian La Frenais, Anthony Hope, Dick Clement
Produced by
Walter Mirisch, Lesley De Pettit
Music by
Henry Mancini

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

August 17, 1979 · 1 h 48 min · Action, Adventure, Comedy

Released
August 17, 1979
Runtime
1 h 48 min
Genres
Action, Adventure, Comedy
Original language
English
Also spoken
German, Spanish
Made in
United States
Budget
$10 million
Box office
$15 million
Available in
1 country

Tropes

Flashman, The Mark of the Horse Lord, High-Class Gloves +9

  • Flashman
  • The Mark of the Horse Lord
  • High-Class Gloves
  • The Great Race
  • Adaptation Dye-Job
  • Emma: A Victorian Romance
  • Jon Sable, Freelance
  • King for a Day
  • The Henchmen Of Zenda
  • The Androids of Tara
  • The Prisoner of Benda
  • Affectionate Parody

12 of 34 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Prisoner of Zenda?"

Questions about The Prisoner of Zenda

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Prisoner of Zenda?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Prisoner of Zenda from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is The Prisoner of Zenda worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 5.3).

Is The Prisoner of Zenda okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will The Prisoner of Zenda make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (8 of 10) and slapstick (8 of 10).

What tropes does The Prisoner of Zenda use?

FlashmanThe Mark of the Horse LordHigh-Class GlovesThe Great RaceAdaptation Dye-JobEmma: A Victorian RomanceJon Sable, FreelanceKing for a DayThe Henchmen Of ZendaThe Androids of TaraThe Prisoner of BendaAffectionate Parodyand 22 more

TV Tropes lists 34 tropes for it, including Flashman, The Mark of the Horse Lord, and High-Class Gloves.