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"Were the Whispers True?"

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.

Top Cast

  • Richard Burton

    Richard Burton

    Edwin Booth

  • Maggie McNamara

    Maggie McNamara

    Mary Devlin Booth

  • John Derek

    John Derek

    John Wilkes Booth

  • Raymond Massey

    Raymond Massey

    Junius Brutus Booth

  • Charles Bickford

    Charles Bickford

    Dave Prescott

  • Elizabeth Sellars

    Elizabeth Sellars

    Asia Booth

  • Eleanor Audley

    Eleanor Audley

    Mrs. Montchesington

  • Ian Keith

    Ian Keith

    Ghost of Hamlet's father in "Hamlet"

  • Eva Le Gallienne

    Eva Le Gallienne

    Gertrude in "Hamlet"

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.

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