An adaptation of the classic, "The Prince and the Pauper" is the retelling of Edward Tudor and young Thomas Canty, two amazing look-alikes caught up in imperial intrigue and scandal. In fleeing from his violent father, Tom stumbles into the palace courtyard, and is seen by young Prince Edward, who takes him in. Each desiring to see what the other's life is like, the boys impulsively switch identities... little knowing what disaster lies ahead at this fault of thought. And soon Thomas becomes a pawn in the hands of Edward's malicious and greedy uncle, who would have the kingdom for himself.
Aidan Quinn
as Miles Hendon
Alan Bates
as Re Enrico VIII
Jonathan Hyde
as Lord Hertford
Jonathan Timmins
as Principe Edward
Robert Timmins
as Thomas
Tim Potter
as Chief Gentleman
Ian Redford
as John Canty
Alison Newman
as Ann Canty
Aaron Keeling
as Daniel Hunter
János Gyuriska
as Hugh Hendon
Ruth Platt
as Sarah
James Saxon
as Father Abbot
