The Court Jester (1955)
The Court Jester is a 1955 music movie directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Danny Kaye, Glynis Johns and Basil Rathbone.
A hapless carnival performer masquerades as the court jester as part of a plot against a usurper who has overthrown the rightful king of England.
Quick answers
What is The Court Jester about?
A hapless carnival performer masquerades as the court jester as part of a plot against a usurper who has overthrown the rightful king of England.
When was The Court Jester released?
The Court Jester was released on 24 December 1955.
How long is The Court Jester?
The Court Jester runs 1h 41m.
Who made The Court Jester?
The Court Jester was directed by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.
Where can I watch The Court Jester?
The Court Jester is available on Hoopla, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
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Cast
- Danny Kaye as Hubert Hawkins
- Glynis Johns as Maid Jean
- Basil Rathbone as Sir Ravenhurst
- Angela Lansbury as Princess Gwendolyn
- Cecil Parker as King Roderick I
- Mildred Natwick as Griselda
- Robert Middleton as Sir Griswold
- Michael Pate as Sir Locksley
- Herbert Rudley as Captain of the Guard
- Noel Drayton as Fergus
- John Carradine as Giacomo
- Edward Ashley as Black Fox
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