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In the wake of his father's passing, Rudolph V prepares to ascend the throne of Ruritania, triggering a web of intrigue and deception in the palace's heart. The throne's allure entangles not only Rudolph but also his half-brother, Grand Duke Michael, as both harbor affections for their enchanting cousin, Princess Flavia, a beloved figure within the palace's stone walls. Torn between duty and desire, Flavia finds herself tempted by Michael's charismatic allure, yet feels obligated to support Rudolph's reign, despite his notorious vices and unkingly conduct.
As the coronation looms, Michael and his loyal comrades plot to seize the throne, planning to capture Rudolph at Michael's hunting lodge in Zenda, thus clearing the path for Michael's ascension. This intricate plot, however, becomes ensnared by the unexpected arrival of British aristocrat Rudolf Rassendyll, whose fascination with Ruritanian royal bloodlines has led him to the kingdom's doorstep.
In a twist of fate, Rassendyll's uncanny resemblance to Rudolph is noted by the King's devoted aides, who, in an act of desperation, persuade Rassendyll to impersonate Rudolph at the coronation. Rassendyll reluctantly concedes, and in doing so, finds himself falling for the captivating Flavia, a sentiment she reciprocates, mistaking him for a reformed Rudolph.
The plot thickens as the coronation draws closer, with Rassendyll's life and Rudolph's throne at risk should Michael discover the deception. Amidst this chaos, Antoinette de Mauban, a Parisian beauty with a personal connection to Rassendyll and unrequited feelings for Michael, arrives in Ruritania, her presence adding a new layer of complexity to the unfolding drama. Unaware of Michael's aspirations to marry Flavia, Antoinette becomes an unpredictable factor in this royal game of thrones, where love, loyalty, and power intertwine in a dangerous dance.
Where to watch The Prisoner of Zenda?
The Prisoner of Zenda is an adventure movie featuring Lewis Stone and directed by Rex Ingram.
It is possible to buy The Prisoner of Zenda on Amazon Video.