"The Prisoner of Zenda" is a 1952 film directed by Richard Thorpe, based on the 1894 novel by Anthony Hope. The story follows Rudolf Rassendyll, a British man who travels to the fictional European country of Ruritania and becomes embroiled in a royal conspiracy. He discovers that he bears a striking resemblance to the imprisoned king, Rudolf V, and is drawn into a plot to impersonate him. The film features a mix of adventure, romance, and political intrigue as Rassendyll navigates the challenges of royal life while trying to save the king. With a cast that includes Stewart Granger as Rassendyll and Deborah Kerr as the king's love interest, the film captures the essence of swashbuckling tales and the struggle for power in a whimsical setting.