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Crossed Swords

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Based on Mark Twain's story of a prince and a beggar boy who change clothes and identities in medieval England.

Critics Reviews

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Empire Magazine 03/20/2008
3/5
Charming, funny and great turns from a cast with no finger-wagging. But if you don't like psychosis-inducing imagery, steer clear. Go to Full Review Kathey Clarey Fresno Bee 08/05/2021
It may not be entirely true to historical fact, but it is entertaining as a group of talented actors try stealing the scene from one another. Go to Full Review Bernard Drew Gannett News Service 11/01/2019
A great yarn that has passed the test of time, a good cast, photography by Jack Cardiff and music by Maurice Jarre never hurt any movie and Crossed Swords is good holiday family entertainment. Go to Full Review Jesús Fernández Santos El Pais (Spain) 07/25/2019
The story becomes slow and heavy. The filmmaker at times seems like the victim of the same intrigues and ceremonies that he nevertheless takes to a happy ending. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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lanfranco c @Lanfrancobz 06/29/2017 It is nice to watch a so lavish version of "The Prince and the Pauper" ! See more 11/06/2016 This is one of my favorite movies with a cast of stars, a fascinating plot (albeit not very historically accurate) and an admirable performance of the dual role by Mark Lester. I cannot understanding the unfair panning of this film by critics. See more 10/21/2011 I'm just a sucker for these swashbuckling films! See more 12/22/2009 Star studded but lackluster version of the Prince and the Pauper. Reed, Scott and Harrison acquit themselves well and Raquel, who has a nothing part, looks beautiful. See more 12/12/2009 Another all-star adaptation of a classic tale trying to emulate the appeal of the likes of 'The Three Musketeers' featuring much of the same actors. Unfortuantely the budget seems to have been spent entirely on the cast's fees and nothing on the script. See more 11/23/2009 A steady adaptation of the book with plenty of big screen talent to give it some punch. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Richard Fleischer

Director

Mark Lester

Edward

Oliver Reed

Miles Hendon

Raquel Welch

Lady Edith

Ernest Borgnine

John Canty

George C. Scott

Ruffler
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Movie Info

Synopsis Based on Mark Twain's story of a prince and a beggar boy who change clothes and identities in medieval England.
Director
Richard Fleischer
Production Co
Warner Brothers/Seven Arts
Rating
PG
Genre
Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Oct 9, 2007
Runtime
1h 53m