TV series
The Prince and the Pauper
1996, English, on BBC One. Created by Julian Fellowes.
A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities but events force the pair to experience each other's lives as well. The Prince and the Pauper, Mark Twain's novel about adventure and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1996
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Latest episode
S1 E6: Episode 6
Aired 15 December 1996
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Julian FellowesCreator
- Philip SarsonPrince Edward/Tom Canty · 6 ep
- James PurefoyMiles Hendon · 6 ep
- John BoweThe Duke of Somerset/The Earl of Hertford · 6 ep
- Peter JeffreyThe Duke of Norfolk · 6 ep
- Richenda CareyLady Milford · 6 ep
- Douglas ReithChamberlain · 6 ep
- Sophia MylesLady Jane Grey · 6 ep
- Lucy SpeedNan Canty · 6 ep
- Keith MichellKing Henry VIII · 6 ep
- Rupert FrazerSir Thomas Seymour · 6 ep
- John JuddJohn Canty · 6 ep
- Mark ChapmanVillager 1 (uncredited) · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 10 November 1996
- Last aired
- 15 December 1996
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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The Prince and the Pauper: quick answers
Is The Prince and the Pauper worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Prince and the Pauper are there?
The Prince and the Pauper has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The Prince and the Pauper finished?
Yes. The Prince and the Pauper ended in 1996, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Prince and the Pauper on?
The Prince and the Pauper isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
The Prince and the Pauper parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Prince and the Pauper?
If you liked The Prince and the Pauper, try Swagger, Offspring, Sullivan's Crossing.
Who created The Prince and the Pauper?
The Prince and the Pauper was created by Julian Fellowes and stars Philip Sarson, James Purefoy, John Bowe.