The Fighting Prince of Donegal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Fighting Prince of Donegal |
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Theatrical release poster
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| Directed by | Michael O'Herlihy |
| Produced by | Walt Disney |
| Written by | Robert Westerby, Robert T. Reilly |
| Starring | Peter McEnery, Susan Hampshire, Tom Adams |
| Music by | George Bruns |
| Cinematography | Arthur Ibbetson |
| Editing by | Peter Boita |
| Studio | Walt Disney Productions |
| Distributed by | Buena Vista Distribution |
| Release date(s) | October 1, 1966 |
| Running time | 110 min. |
| Country | United Kingdom United States |
| Language | English |
The Fighting Prince of Donegal is an exciting adventure movie made by Walt Disney Productions in 1966. It stars Peter McEnery and Susan Hampshire. The film is based on a book called Red Hugh: Prince of Donegal by Robert T. Reilly. It tells the story of a brave Irish prince.
The Story of a Brave Prince
This movie takes place in the late 1580s. It tells a story inspired by the real adventures of a 16th-century Irish prince named Hugh Roe "Red Hugh" O'Donnell.
The adventure begins when Hugh's father, the leader of their family, passes away. This means Hugh becomes the new Chief of the O'Donnell Clan. When he takes his place, it seems to fulfill an old Irish prophecy. This prophecy promised that Ireland would become free from English rule.
Because of this, the Queen of England's main officer captures Hugh. He is taken to Dublin Castle and held prisoner. They want to make sure his clan behaves well. But Hugh is brave! He makes a daring escape and travels across Ireland with the sons of Hugh Roe O'Neill.
The other O'Donnell lords want to fight back against the English right away. But Hugh has a smarter plan. He convinces them that all the different clans on the island should join together. By working as one, they can be strong and demand their freedom. As he gets ready for battle, Hugh also tries to win the heart of the beautiful Kathleen McSweeney. This would help bring even more clans together.
Meet the Cast
- Peter McEnery as Hugh O'Donnell
- Susan Hampshire as Kathleen McSweeney
- Andrew Keir as Lord McSweeney
- Tom Adams as Henry O'Neill
- Gordon Jackson as Captain Leeds
- Norman Wooland as Sir John Perrott
- Richard Leech as Phelim O'Toole
- Peter Jeffrey as Sergeant
- Marie Kean as Lady Ineen O'Donnell
- Bill Owen as Officer Powell
- Maurice Roëves as Martin
- Donal McCann as Sean O'Toole
From Screen to Comic Book
- The story of The Fighting Prince of Donegal was also made into a comic book! Gold Key published Walt Disney Presents The Fighting Prince of Donegal in January 1967.
