The Princess Bride
Movie
1987
PG
1 HOUR 38 MINS
Children
Adventure
Comedy
While home sick in bed, a young boy’s grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love.
Cast & Crew
Cary Elwes Westley, aka "The Dread Pirate Roberts"
Robin Wright Buttercup, The Princess Bride
Mandy Patinkin Iñigo Montoya
Chris Sarandon Prince Humperdinck
Christopher Guest Count Rugen
Wallace Shawn Vizzini
Fred Savage The Grandson
Peter Falk Grandpa
Peter Cook The Impressive Clergyman
Carol Kane Valerie
Billy Crystal Miracle Max
Mel Smith The Albino
André the Giant Fezzik
Rob Reiner Director
William Goldman Writer
Norman Lear Executive Producer
Steve Nicolaides Associate Producer
Rob Reiner Producer
Andrew Scheinman Producer
Jeffrey Stott Associate Producer
Willy De Ville Original Songs
Mark Knopfler Original Music
Adrian Biddle Cinematography
Robert Leighton Film Editing
Janet Hirshenson Casting
Jane Jenkins Casting
Norman Garwood Production Designer
Richard Holland Art Direction
Maggie Gray Set Decoration
Phyllis Dalton Costume Design
David Barron Production Manager
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Sunday, December 7
A pirate (Cary Elwes) rescues his beloved (Robin Wright) from a dreadful prince.
Monday, December 8
A pirate (Cary Elwes) rescues his beloved (Robin Wright) from a dreadful prince.
Thursday, December 18
A pirate (Cary Elwes) rescues his beloved (Robin Wright) from a dreadful prince.
Friday, December 19
A pirate (Cary Elwes) rescues his beloved (Robin Wright) from a dreadful prince.
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