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The Court Jester is a 1955 American historical musical comedy film starring Danny Kaye, Glynis Johns, Basil Rathbone, Angela Lansbury and Cecil Parker. The film was written, produced, and directed by Melvin Frank and Norman Panama for distribution by Paramount Pictures. It was released in Technicolor and the VistaVision widescreen format.
A musical romantic comedy about a carnival performer who masquerades as the court jester to restore the rightful King of England. Starring Danny Kaye, Glynis Johns, Basil Rathbone, and Angela Lansbury, with a plot full of twists, songs, and sword fights.
- (14K)
- Adventure, Comedy, Family
- Melvin Frank, Norman Panama
- 1956-01-27
The Court Jester. Danny Kaye plays kind-hearted entertainer Hawkins who disguises himself as the legendary king of jesters, Giacomo. Hawkins infiltrates the court of the evil villain Basil Rathbone, but when a sorceress hypnotises him, royal chaos ensues. 2,978 IMDb 7.8 1 h 41 min 1956. X-Ray PG-13.
- 101 min
A witty spoof of medieval swashbuckler movies, The Court Jester showcases Danny Kaye at his nimble, tongue-twisting best. Read critics reviews, watch the trailer, and find out where to stream or buy the movie.
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- Musical, Comedy
- Melvin Frank, Norman Panama
A comedy film starring Danny Kaye as a jester who tries to save the princess from a tyrannical king. See the full list of actors, directors, writers, producers, and other crew members who worked on this classic movie.
A comedy film about a carnival performer who impersonates a jester to help restore the rightful King of England. The plot involves a royal baby, a witch, a secret tunnel, and a love triangle.
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A comedy musical adventure starring Danny Kaye as a traveling actor who is mistaken for a rebel and becomes a court jester. Watch clips, read reviews, and learn more about the film's cast, crew, and production.
