The Prince and the Pauper (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1915, The Prince and the Pauper is an adventure film directed by Edwin S. Porter, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities but events force the pair to experience each other's lives as well.
Who’s in it. The Prince and the Pauper stars Marguerite Clark as Prince Edward/Tom Canty, Robert Broderick as The King, William Sorelle as Miles Hendon and William Frederic as Tom Canty's father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Prince and the Pauper has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. 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 (1915)?
- In US, The Prince and the Pauper is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. 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 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Prince and the Pauper?
- The Prince and the Pauper stars Marguerite Clark, Robert Broderick, William Sorelle, William Frederic and Alfred Fisher.
- When was The Prince and the Pauper released?
- The Prince and the Pauper was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.