The Prince and the Pauper with Errol Flynn: DVD Cover
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The Prince and the Pauper Director: William Keighley Cast: Errol Flynn, Claude Rains, Henry Stephenson, Barton MacLane

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  • DVD Release Date: 08/26/2003
  • Original Release: 1937
  • Rating: Not Rated
  • Sales Rank: 11,590

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Closed Caption; Mark Twain on the Screen essay; Interactive menus; Theatrical trailer; Scene access; Languages: English & Français; Subtitles: English, Français, Español, Português, Chinese, Thai & Korean

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Side #1 --
1. Credits and Foreword [1:28]
2. Two Newborns [4:24]
3. If Tom Were King [4:08]
4. Tom's Book [1:44]
5. Palace Rat [3:31]
6. A Father's Advice [4:52]
7. The Great Seal [2:51]
8. Prince Meets Pauper [3:00]
9. Mirror Images [5:12]
10. Not Themselves [4:48]
11. "This Is My Son!" [4:25]
12. Fallen Crown [3:30]
13. That Would Be Murder [2:52]
14. Tale of Two Boys [4:13]
15. Sticking His Nose In [:19]
16. Have a Seat [3:22]
17. Nice Flavor [5:20]
18. Skinning a Rat [3:32]
19. Father Andrew Slain [2:21]
20. Norfolk Jailed [3:43]
21. Foo-Foo the First [5:28]
22. The Running Fox [4:32]
23. What's Coming to Him [2:27]
24. Pair of Cutthroats [4:37]
25. Preparing to Die [2:39]
26. Without a Doubt [3:53]
27. Coronation Ceremony [2:21]
28. One King Too Many [7:08]
29. Where's the Seal? [3:39]
30. His Majesty Rules [5:49]
31. Sealed and Cracked [3:05]
32. Cast List [1:24]

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Editorial Reviews

In 1882, Mark Twain published a delightful fairy tale "for young people of all ages"; 45 years later, Warner Bros., inspired by the real-life coronation of Edward VII, created a lavish screen version starring radio favorites Billy and Bobby Mauch in the title roles and Errol Flynn as their dashing savior. As Jane Seymour (Helen Valkis), consort of King Henry VIII (Montagu Love), gives birth to the heir to the throne, the later Edward VI (Bobby Mauch), Tom Canty (Billy Mauch) is born in the nearby slums. Years later, as King Henry is near death, providence brings the two together and they discover that they share a striking resemblance. Having changed clothes with Tom during play, Edward Tudor is mistaken for a pauper by the Captain of the Guard (Alan Hale) and evicted from the palace. In contrast, Tom is believed to be the Prince of Wales by all of sundry and, when protesting, is treated as mentally unsound. Only the Earl of Hertford (Claude Rains), the king's scheming advisor, realizes the truth but keeps quiet to further his own career. With a price on his head, the real Edward lives the life of a pauper among the thieves and beggars of London, befriended only by Miles Hendon (Flynn), whom he, to Miles' great amusement, creates an earl. But despite his skepticism, Miles is right there to rescue Edward from the murderous Captain of the Guard and return him to the palace just as Tom is about to be crowned king. Proving his true identity by locating the missing Seal of England, Edward is restored to the throne and Hertford is banished from the realm. Miles is recognized for his bravery and Tom is made a ward of the king for life. Hans J. Wollstein, All Movie Guide

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Prince and the Pauperby Walkerjay

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October 04, 2009: A fun old time movie,(has to be with Errol Flynn and Claude Rains in it), but enjoyable, I saw this when I was a kid and liked it and now as an adult I still enjoyed it. Thanks

Captivating Classic of Deception and Swordplay - A Winner!by Anonymous

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July 23, 2004: The Prince & The Pauper (1937) is based on the much loved Mark Twain classic. In a nutshell, the plot centers on twins, one the spoiled heir to the English throne, Prince Tudor (Bobby Mauch) the other, Tom Canty (Bill Mauch) a beggar with a heart of gold. When the two accidentally cross paths they become best friends and secretly trade places, much to the chagrin of one of the king's advisors, the Earl of Hertford (Claude Rains) who is plotting to kill the heir and take over the throne. Into this fray of royal intrigue enters fortune hunter, Mile Hendon (Errol Flynn). His wily spirit not withstanding, Hendon vows to set everything right for king, country and a healthy financial reward. It all ends pleasantly enough in a sword and swashbuckling sort of way and a coronation sequence that is probably one of the most lavish bits of spectacle ever put on film. The Mauch twins never did much in Hollywood after this film ? a genuine pity since they?re one of the reasons this film has retained its original luster for so many years since. WARNER HOME VIDEO gives us a generally solid looking transfer that is sure to please. The gray scale has been balanced with solid blacks and very nice renderings of fine detail. Certain scenes exhibit a touch of edge enhancement and a hint of pixelization, but nothing that will distract from this visually stunning film adaptation. The sound elements are somewhat more disappointing by contrast. The main title sequence in particular sounds as though the music track was discovered under a rock. It is muffled and full of audible imperfections. Nevertheless, dialogue - for the most part - is presented at an adequate listening level with only the slightest of pops, scratches and hiss. Apart from an essay on sword play and the film?s theatrical trailer there are NO EXTRAS!


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