At least five other versions of Anthony Hope's novel, "The Prisoner of Zenda," have been filmed. Two silent versions were produced: one in 1913 and one in 1922, which was directed by Rex Ingram and starred Lewis Stone and Ramon Novarro. The 1937 John Cromwell version is widely believed to be the best and stars Ronald Colman, Madeleine Carroll, Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., David Niven, C. Aubrey Smith, Mary Astor, and Raymond Massey. 1952 saw another remake, this one by Richard Thorpe and starring Stewart Granger, James Mason, and Deborah Kerr.
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The novel was dramatized by Edward Rose.
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Peter Sellers was married at the time to Lynne Frederick, the actress who portrays Princess Flavia.
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Estimated budget $10 million.
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Shot in Technicolor on location in Austria and in Los Angeles, California. Titles and opticals by Universal Title.
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Additional credits: Rob Thompson (2U camera); Bill Taylor & Dennis Glouner (matte photography); Freddie Cooper & Howard Block (camera operators); John Troutman (sound effects editor); and Louis R. Race (assistant director).
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SEE-ALSO for Best Supporting Performer refers to British Actor Stuart Wilson, who portrays Prince Rupert of Hentzau.
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Released theatrically in the USA May 23, 1979.
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Copyright 1979 Universal City Studios.
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