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The Court Jester

1956, Movie, NR, 101 mins

The Court Jester: Review

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A flawlessly executed, beautifully designed genre parody. Danny Kaye, in his best film, stars as a lowly valet who rises to become the leader of a peasant rebellion aimed at restoring the rightful heir to the throne of England. He disguises himself as a court jester to gain access to evil baron Rathbone, the real power behind the throne, and overthrow his oppressive rule. Genius cast handles the laughs with dash and aplomb, but the real surprise is Rathbone, whose charmingly... read more leave a comment

The Court Jester: Cast & Details

Year: 1956
Rated NR
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Cast
 Danny Kaye: Hawkins
Glynis Johns: Maid Jean
Basil Rathbone: Sir Ravenhurst
Angela Lansbury: Princess Gwendolyn
Cecil Parker: King Roderick
Mildred Natwick: Griselda

 

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