The Princess and the Pirate

Starring:Bob Hope, Virginia Mayo, Walter Brennan, Walter Slezak, Victor McLaglen, Marc Lawrence, Hugo Haas, Maude Eburne, Adia Kuznetzoff, Brandon Hurst, Tom Kennedy, Stanley Andrews, Robert Warwick, Richard Alexander, Betty Thurston, Dick Rich, Rondo Hatton, Tom Tyler, Francis Ford, Art Miles
Director: David Butler, Sidney Lanfield
Studio: Hbo Home Video
Product Type: DVD

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Screenwriter William Goldman's novel The Princess Bride earned its own loyal audience on the strength of its narrative voice and its gently satirical, hyperbolic spin on swashbuckled adventure that seemed almost purely literary. For all its derring-do and vivid over-the-top characters, the book's joy was dictated as much by the deadpan tone of its narrator and a winking acknowledgement of the clichés being sent up. Miraculously, director Rob Reiner and Goldman himself managed to visualize this romantic fable while keeping that external voice largely intact: using a storytelling framework, avuncular Grandpa (Peter Falk) gradually seduces his skeptical grandson (Fred Savage) into the absurd, irresistible melodrama of the title story.

And what a story: a lowly stable boy, Westley (Cary Elwes), pledges his love to the beautiful Buttercup (Robin Wright), only to be abducted and reportedly killed by pirates while Buttercup is betrothed to the evil Prince Humperdinck. Even as Buttercup herself is kidnapped by a giant, a scheming criminal mastermind, and a master Spanish swordsman, a mysterious masked pirate (could it be Westley?) follows in pursuit. As they sail toward the Cliffs of Insanity...

The wild and woolly arcs of the story, the sudden twists of fate, and, above all, the cartoon-scaled characters all work because of Goldman's very funny script, Reiner's confident direction, and a terrific cast. Elwes and Wright, both sporting their best English accents, juggle romantic fervor and physical slapstick effortlessly, while supporting roles boast Mandy Patinkin (the swordsman Inigo Montoya), Wallace Shawn (the incredulous schemer Vizzini), and Christopher Guest (evil Count Rugen) with brief but funny cameos from Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, and Peter Cook. --Sam Sutherland

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From celebrated director Rob Reiner (When Harry Met Sally) and Oscar®-winning screenwriter William Goldman (Chaplin) comes "an enchanting fantasy" (Time) filled with adventure, romance and plenty of "good-hearted fun" (Roger Ebert). Featuring a spectacular cast thatincludes Robin Wright (Forrest Gump), Cary Elwes (Liar, Liar), Mandy Patinkin (Dick Tracy) and Billy Crystal (City Slickers), this wonderful fairy tale about a Princess named Buttercup and her beloved is "a real dream of a movie" (People).

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The Princess and the Pirate
Starring: Bob Hope , Virginia Mayo , Walter Brennan , Walter Slezak , and Victor McLaglen
Director: Sidney Lanfield , and David Butler
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
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ASIN: B0007O3902
Release Date: 2005-05-17

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Bob Hope is in top form in this Technicolor parody of pirate pictures, doing his best vaudeville shtick as an inept performer trying to save princess Virginia Mayo from the evil clutches of governor Walter Slezak and pirate Victor McLaglen. It's all ridiculous fun, of course, but if you're a fan of Hope, you never tire of his self-effacing gags and double-entendres. His out-of-place show biz jabs were always clever, and they're all the funnier in this period setting--particularly the Bing Crosby jokes. But Walter Brennan nearly steals the film as a wacky pirate scheming to steal buried treasure, and tattooing the map on Hope's chest. Yet the two best routines are when Hope tries to conceal his chest while taking a bath with Slezak, and when he tries to impersonate McLaglen as "the Hook." --Bill Desowitz

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The legendary Bob Hope takes to the high seas in this hilarious, OscarÂ(r)-nominated* romantic comedy co-starring Virginia Mayo, Walter Slezak, Walter Brennan and Victor McLaglen! Sylvester the Great (Hope) is a 17th-century entertainer with an act so atrocious, he's exiled from England. Aboard a ship bound for America, he finds himself falling for the beautiful Princess Margaret(Mayo), a woman uninterested in lovenot to mention his lousy one-liners. But when an evil band of pirates attacks the ship and captures the princess, her only hope is the cowardly comedian. Can Sylvester stop cracking jokes and muster the courage to rescue his royal love? In other words, will heand Margaret end up walking down the aisle or walking the plank? *1944: Art Direction (Color); Nonmusical Score

The Good Housekeeping Kids: The Princess and The Pirate

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Manufacturer: Simitar Ent.
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ASIN: 6304517378
Release Date: 1997-06-25

The Princess and the Pirate/Tale of Two Kitties

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Release Date: 1998-12-14

5 Animated Adventures: Black Tulip / Corsican Bros. / Princess & the Pirate / Tale of Two Kitties / Three Musketeers

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5 Animated Adventures: Black Tulip / Corsican Bros. / Princess & the Pirate / Tale of Two Kitties / Three Musketeers

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Good Housekeeping is proud to present 5 animated adventures that are sure to be great fun for the whole family. Kids of all ages will be delighted with the stunning artwork and stories that are certain to become classics. This one of a kind collection captures the essence and quality only Good Housekeeping could produce. Black Tulip: Wishing to grow the perfect black tulip to win the prize money in a local competition, Corneliu must battle the evil Boxel and save a beautiful gypsy girl - all before the competiton! Corsican Brothers: Journey through the mystical world of the Corsican Brothers as they learn the secrets behind their magical amulets and the power they have within themselves. Princess & Pirate: This delightful tale for fans of Robin Hood and Treasure Island, follows the exciting adventures of a damsel in distress who longs to be rescued by a certain good-natured pirate. Tale of 2 Kitties: The literary classic "A Tale of Two Cities," comes to animated life in this amusing story that combines engaging songs with amusing characters. Children will definitely fall in love with this masterpiece. 3 Musketeers: The original story of bravery and loyalty comes to animated life in this amazing video. See the Musketeer's values put to the test as they defend their King and his land in this timeless tale.

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At Last!
One of Bob Hope's Best
Awesome comedic swashbuckling fun!
fun romp with bob hope
Poor quality DVD - Good movie.

The Princess and the Pirate
Starring: Bob Hope , Virginia Mayo , Walter Brennan , Walter Slezak , and Victor McLaglen
Director: Sidney Lanfield , and David Butler
Manufacturer: Hbo Home Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: 0783115296
Release Date: 1999-05-18

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Customer Reviews:

At Last!.......2007-06-11

I don't know about those other reviews, my copy seemed fine so they must have fixed those poor CQ issues - what else is there to say; Its Bob Hope and Pirates!!!

One of Bob Hope's Best.......2007-05-21

I found this movie to be one of his best. In this swashbuckling movie I found a great mix of Pirate action adventure and comedy. The action adventure was real clean fun, and the comedy romance wasn't too mushy. This is a great film for both young and old alike. My 4 yr old boy loved it; I was amazed it kept his attention. He learned alot about Pirates too.
My friends 13 yr old daughter couldn't stop laughing.

Awesome comedic swashbuckling fun!.......2007-02-12

What a cute movie! Bob is just the best when it comes to comedy. This is probably the funniest swashbuckling comedy I've seen so far. Love who Virginia Mayo leaves with at the end of the movie - you know it isn't going to be Bob, he usually can't seem to get & keep the girl!

If you want a funny twist on pirate movies, look no further than this movie. A nice alternative to the over-the-top performance of Johnny Depp's as Captain Jack Sparrow.

fun romp with bob hope.......2007-01-17

want a good way to pass some time when all 123 stations on cable have nothing good on? pop some corn, sit yourself down and enjoy a fun movie from an era that didn't need special effects or violence to make a good movie.

Poor quality DVD - Good movie........2006-10-24

If you want a good clear image, you won't be happy with this DVD. I thought I just had a bad one, but as you read the other reviews, you can see that they all have the same problem. I am returning mine. Hope MGM fixes the problem.

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