The Prince of Pennsylvania (2015): Cast & Plot
The Prince of Pennsylvania is a 2015 documentary directed by Jesse Vile, starring Dave Schultz, Mark Schultz and John E. du Pont. It runs 50 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 50 min
- Director
- Jesse Vile
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- ESPN Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Prince of Pennsylvania About?
The premise of The Prince of Pennsylvania without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the 1980s, aspiring Olympic wrestlers faced a grueling path. That changed with John du Pont, a wealthy eccentric who established Foxcatcher Farm near Philadelphia. The farm offered elite training, housing, and financial support, attracting top athletes like brothers Mark and Dave Schultz. What appeared to be an ideal environment ultimately descended into tragedy, revealing a dark side to du Pont's obsession and the devastating consequences of his unchecked desires.
The Prince of Pennsylvania Cast
Dave Schultz leads the cast, with Mark Schultz and John E. du Pont. Directed by Jesse Vile.
- Director Jesse Vile
- Dave Schultz as themselves
- Mark Schultz as themselves
- John E. du Pont as themselves
More from Jesse Vile
More films directed by Jesse Vile, best-rated first: Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet and Gypsy’s Revenge.
The Prince of Pennsylvania Plot Summary
What happens in The Prince of Pennsylvania from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Rupert Marshetta, the black sheep son of a miner, grows up misunderstood and increasingly disconnected from his parents, Gary and Pam. Frustrated with life in his hometown, he drops out of high school and finds little kinship among the other teens. He harbors a quiet, stubborn ache for freedom and a complicated affection for Carla, a free-spirited older woman who runs a worn-down roadside ice-cream kiosk. Carla also has a young daughter with her ex-boyfriend Joe, a state trooper, which adds another layer to Rupert’s restless longing.
Full summary
The whole story of The Prince of Pennsylvania, scene by scene
The Prince of Pennsylvania Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Prince of Pennsylvania.
How Well Do You Know The Prince of Pennsylvania?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 9
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What is the name of Rupert's father?
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The Prince of Pennsylvania FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Prince of Pennsylvania, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Prince of Pennsylvania?
The Prince of Pennsylvania runs 50 minutes.
When was The Prince of Pennsylvania released?
The Prince of Pennsylvania was released on October 27, 2015.
Who directed The Prince of Pennsylvania?
The Prince of Pennsylvania was directed by Jesse Vile.
More films by Jesse Vile Who is in the cast of The Prince of Pennsylvania?
The Prince of Pennsylvania stars Dave Schultz, Mark Schultz and John E. du Pont.
Does The Prince of Pennsylvania have a post-credit scene?
No. The Prince of Pennsylvania has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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