The Prince and the Pauper (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1962, The Prince and the Pauper is an adventure and tv movie film directed by Don Chaffey, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. In the London of 1537, two boys resembling each other exactly meet accidentally and exchange "roles" for a short while. After many adventures, the prince regains his rightful identity and graciously makes his "twin" a ward of the court.
Who’s in it. The Prince and the Pauper stars Sean Scully as Prince Edward / Tom Canty, Guy Williams as Miles Hendon, Jane Asher as Lady Jane Grey and Paul Rogers as Henry VIII, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Prince and the Pauper has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Prince and the Pauper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Prince and the Pauper tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Prince and the Pauper (1962)?
- In US, The Prince and the Pauper is available to stream on Disney Plus, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Prince and the Pauper worth watching?
- The Prince and the Pauper holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Prince and the Pauper?
- The Prince and the Pauper stars Sean Scully, Guy Williams, Jane Asher, Paul Rogers and Donald Houston.
- When was The Prince and the Pauper released?
- The Prince and the Pauper was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.