Released:
1955-01-11

Overview:
This biopic follows the story of Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth and his rise to fame. Edwin's career begins when he replaces his alcoholic father, the great actor Junius Brutus Booth, in a production of "Richard III" after Junius forgets his lines. As an adult, Edwin performs many lead roles and sparks a rivalry with his brother, John Wilkes. But after his brief time as a celebrity, Edwin's career is cut short by family tragedy.

Director:
Philip Dunne

Runtime:
1h 42min

Genre:
Drama

• Cast:
• 
  Richard Burton
  as
  Edwin Booth
• 
  Maggie McNamara
  as
  Mary Devlin Booth
• 
  John Derek
  as
  John Wilkes Booth
• 
  Raymond Massey
  as
  Junius Brutus Booth
• 
  Charles Bickford
  as
  Dave Prescott