A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities but events force the pair to experience each other's lives as well. The Prince and the Pauper, Mark Twain's novel about adventure and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII.
CreatorJulian Fellowes
Episode 1
Nov 10, 1996
A poor boy named Tom Canty and Edward, the Prince of Wales exchange identities.
Episode 2
Nov 17, 1996
Tom is unable to convince anyone of his true identity, while Edward finds himself on the run with a wanted murderer.
Episode 3
Nov 24, 1996
Edward has a new friend in his rescuer Miles Hendon.
Episode 4
Dec 1, 1996
Edward's journey to Kent is more dangerous than expected while, back at court, Tom learns the King's uncles are no friends to him.
Episode 5
Dec 8, 1996
Tom finds an ally in London, but the king is still missing.
Episode 6
Dec 15, 1996
Edward and Miles are anxious to get to London before Tom Canty is crowned king of England.
