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The Prince and the Poor (1/2)

Adapted in two parts by Marcel Cravenne, from the eponymous novel Mark Twain published in 1882. The action is located in London in the sixteenth century, at the time of the terrible King Henry VIII. Edward, Prince of Wales and son of the king, one day welcomes to the palace a boy of his age, Tom Canty. The two young people, whose resemblance is amazing, have fun exchanging their clothes. This game entails them on their own in adventures not always desired.

English français
  • Originally Aired October 20, 1960
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network ORTF
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Name Type Role
Mark Twain Writer
Claude Santelli Writer
Marie Mergey Guest Star
Claude Piéplu Guest Star
Jean-Pierre Marielle Guest Star
Jean-Paul Roussillon Guest Star
Marcel Cravenne Director