The Prince and the Pauper (1996)
Synopsis
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. The Prince and the Pauper, Mark Twain's novel about adventure and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII.
Network
BBC One
Episodes
Episode 1
A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities.
Episode 2
Tom is unable to convince anyone of his true identity, while Edward finds himself on the run with a wanted murderer.
Episode 3
Edward has a new friend in his rescuer Miles Hendon.
Episode 4
Edward's journey to Kent is more dangerous than expected while, back at court, Tom learns the King's uncles are no friends to him.
Episode 5
Tom finds an ally in London, but the king is still missing.
Episode 6
Edward and Miles are anxious to get to London before Tom Canty is crowned king of England.
Cast
Details
Original Title
The Prince and the Pauper
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
