The Fighting Prince of Donegal
1966, English. Directed by Michael O'Herlihy.
A brash young rebel inspires a fight for freedom!
Ireland 1587. Hugh O'Donnell inherits the title of The O'Donnell, the prince of Donegal, and tries to unite Ireland to make war on England. But then Hugh is kidnapped and imprisoned by the Viceroy of Ireland and held ransom for the Clans' good behavior. Hugh must escape prison and the Viceroy's villainous henchman, Captain Leeds, before he can fight.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Michael O'HerlihyDirector
- Peter McEneryHugh O'Donnell
- Susan HampshireKathleen McSweeney
- Gordon JacksonCaptain Leeds
- Norman WoolandSir John Perrott
- Richard LeechPhelim O'Toole
- Tom AdamsHenry O'Neill
- Peter JeffreySergeant
- Marie KeanThe Mother
- Bill OwenOfficer Powell
- Peggy MarshallPrincess Ineen
- Maurice RoëvesMartin
- Donal McCannSean O'Toole
Details
- Released
- 1 October 1966
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Westerby
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What The Fighting Prince of Donegal is based on
The Fighting Prince of Donegal is based on Red Hugh, Prince of Donegal, a 1957 novel.
Novel · 1957
Red Hugh, Prince of Donegal
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The Fighting Prince of Donegal isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fighting Prince of Donegal?
If you liked The Fighting Prince of Donegal, try The Vikings, Cutthroat Island, The Prince and the Pauper.
Who directed The Fighting Prince of Donegal?
The Fighting Prince of Donegal (1966) was directed by Michael O'Herlihy and stars Peter McEnery, Susan Hampshire, Gordon Jackson.
What is The Fighting Prince of Donegal based on?
The Fighting Prince of Donegal is based on Red Hugh, Prince of Donegal, a 1957 novel.