The Princess and the Pea (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1984, The Princess and the Pea is a comedy, fantasy, romance and tv movie film directed by Tony Bill, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. A bored prince realizes he would like a wife. His mother searches through all the kingdoms far and wide for a "suitable" princess. In the meantime, a charming and witty young lady, who claims to be a princess, shows up at the castle doorstep with a sprained ankle and is shown hospitality by the prince and his best friend the Fool.
Who’s in it. The Princess and the Pea stars Liza Minnelli as Princess Alecia, Tom Conti as Prince Richard, Beatrice Straight as Queen Veronica / Woman in Museum and Tim Kazurinsky as The Fool / Museum Guard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Princess and the Pea has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Princess and the Pea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Princess and the Pea tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Princess and the Pea (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Princess and the Pea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Princess and the Pea worth watching?
- The Princess and the Pea holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy, romance and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Princess and the Pea?
- The Princess and the Pea stars Liza Minnelli, Tom Conti, Beatrice Straight, Tim Kazurinsky and Pat McCormick.
- When was The Princess and the Pea released?
- The Princess and the Pea was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.