Prince of Players
movie
Were the Whispers True?
Released January 11, 1955
Genres:
Overview
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
Richard Burton
as
Edwin Booth
Maggie McNamara
as
Mary Devlin Booth
John Derek
as
John Wilkes Booth
Raymond Massey
as
Junius Brutus Booth
Charles Bickford
as
Dave Prescott
Elizabeth Sellars
as
Asia Booth
Eleanor Audley
as
Mrs. Montchesington
Ian Keith
as
Ghost of Hamlet's father in "Hamlet"
Eva Le Gallienne
as
Gertrude in "Hamlet"
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Christopher Cook
as
Edwin Booth at 10
Mae Marsh
as
Witch in 'Macbeth' (uncredited)
Burt Mustin
as
Miner (uncredited)
