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Were the Whispers True?

4.7

1955•1h 42m

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.

Production

Production

Cast

Photo of Richard Burton

Richard Burton

Edwin Booth

Photo of Maggie McNamara

Maggie McNamara

Mary Devlin Booth

Photo of John Derek

John Derek

John Wilkes Booth

Photo of Raymond Massey

Raymond Massey

Junius Brutus Booth

Photo of Charles Bickford

Charles Bickford

Dave Prescott

Photo of Elizabeth Sellars

Elizabeth Sellars

Asia Booth

Photo of Eleanor Audley

Eleanor Audley

Mrs. Montchesington

Photo of Ian Keith

Ian Keith

Ghost of Hamlet's father in "Hamlet"

Photo of Eva Le Gallienne

Eva Le Gallienne

Gertrude in "Hamlet"

Photo of Mae Marsh

Mae Marsh

Witch in 'Macbeth' (uncredited)

Photo of Burt Mustin

Burt Mustin

Miner (uncredited)

Photo of Sarah Padden

Sarah Padden

Mary Todd Lincoln (uncredited)

Photo of Richard Deacon

Richard Deacon

Theatre Manager

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