Penny Princess (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1952, Penny Princess is a comedy and romance film directed by Val Guest, running about 91 minutes. “Once upon a time...there was a salesgirl Ciderella who woke up one morning with a kingdom on her hands, a "king" in her arms...and a carload of schneeze(?)” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tiny European country which for years has survived financially only through evading its bills and smuggling is finally facing bankruptcy, when a rich American agrees to save the place by buying it. But before, the deal is closed, he dies. His nearest relative and heir turns out to be a young woman with high ethical and democratic standards, but no experience with money, or affairs of state, or Europe. A charming young English visitor helps her to muddle through. Comedy and romance follow.
Who’s in it. Penny Princess stars Yolande Donlan as Lindy Smith, Dirk Bogarde as Tony Craig, A.E. Matthews as Selby and Reginald Beckwith as Minister of Finance - Blacksmith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Penny Princess has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Penny Princess page.
If you liked it. Fans of Penny Princess tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Penny Princess (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Penny Princess change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Penny Princess worth watching?
- Penny Princess holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Penny Princess?
- Penny Princess stars Yolande Donlan, Dirk Bogarde, A.E. Matthews, Reginald Beckwith and Mary Clare.
- When was Penny Princess released?
- Penny Princess was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.