After inheriting his father's title, the young noble, Hugh O'Connell, is taken hostage by the English viceroy but escapes to lead an uprising.After inheriting his father's title, the young noble, Hugh O'Connell, is taken hostage by the English viceroy but escapes to lead an uprising.After inheriting his father's title, the young noble, Hugh O'Connell, is taken hostage by the English viceroy but escapes to lead an uprising.
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- GoofsThe song "O'Donnell Aboo," which is sung at the film's conclusion was not written until the 1840s and refers to events in the Nine Year's War, which took place from 1593 to 1602. The film begins in 1587, prior to the conflict.
- Quotes
Hugh O'Donnell: ...I am the Prince of Donegal and nobody's servant!
- Alternate versionsThe version shown on television had an opening scene featuring Queen Elizabeth I, but this scene was omitted in the theatrical version.
- ConnectionsFeatured in L'ami public numéro un: La belle au bois dormant (1971)
- SoundtracksO'Donnell Aboo
(uncredited)
Music by Michael Joseph McCann (c. 1843)
Arranged by Eric Rogers
Heard instrumentally throughout the film on the soundtrack
Also sung by Andrew Keir and cast at conclusion
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Rousing Irish Historical Tale
Peter McEnery in a good early role as "Red" Hugh O'Donnell, the head of the O'Donnell clan and the hope of Ireland in its war against the English. Rising to fulfill the legend that he will set Ireland free, McEnery sets out to win the other clans to band with him to stand against English dominance. McEnery rises to the energy and enthusiasm of the role, and blends well with cast members Andrew Keir, Susan Hampshire, Tom Adams. His fight sees him clashing with Gordon Jackson, who is a superb villain as the lord in charge in Dublin. Because it's Disney, it isn't bloody or over-violent. Look for a very young Maurice Roeves as Martin, the servant boy. Great fun for all.
- pamelaparizo
- Sep 2, 2015
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- Donegal, König der Rebellen
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- Runtime1 hour 50 minutes
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- 1.85 : 1
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By what name was The Fighting Prince of Donegal (1966) officially released in India in English?
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