Prince of Players
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
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Richard Burton
Played Edwin Booth
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Maggie McNamara
Played Mary Devlin Booth
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John Derek
Played John Wilkes Booth
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Raymond Massey
Played Junius Brutus Booth
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Charles Bickford
Played Dave Prescott
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Elizabeth Sellars
Played Asia Booth
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Eleanor Audley
Played Mrs. Montchesington
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Ian Keith
Played Ghost of Hamlet's fa…
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Eva Le Gallienne
Played Gertrude in "Hamlet"
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Christopher Cook
Played Edwin Booth at 10
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Mae Marsh
Played Witch in 'Macbeth' (…
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Burt Mustin
Played Miner (uncredited)
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Sarah Padden
Played Mary Todd Lincoln (u…
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Richard Deacon
Played Theatre Manager
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