The Prisoner of Zenda

Directed by Richard Quine

Written by Dick Clement, Anthony Hope, Ian La Frenais

Anthony Hope's classic tale gets a decidedly 'un-classic' treatment at the hands of Peter Sellers. Following the story somewhat, friends of the new King Rudolph of Ruritania fear for his life, and switch him with a look-a-like London cabby. Throw in two(!) lovely blondes, treachery, and a battle for life and honour, and enjoy life at its zaniest.

Cast

Peter Sellers

Rudolf IV/Rudolf V/Sidney Frewin

Stuart Wilson

Rupert

Lynne Frederick

Princess Flavia

Elke Sommer

Countess Montparnasse

Gregory Sierra

Count Montparnasse

Catherine Schell

Mauban

Jeremy Kemp

Duke Michael

John Laurie

Archbishop

Ian Abercrombie

Johann

Simon Williams

Lionel Jeffries

Colonel Zapt

Michael Balfour