Movie Description

The Man in the Iron Mask

(1939)

Overview

Tyrannical King Louis XIV learns that he has an identical twin brother, Philippe, who was raised from birth by his late father's trusted friend D'Artagnan and his faithful musketeers, Porthos, Athos and Aramis. After Philippe falls for the king's betrothed, Spanish Princess Maria Theresa, Louis imprisons him, forcing his brother to don an iron mask that will slowly suffocate him -- and it's up to D'Artagnan to rescue him.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Man in the Iron Mask

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1939-07-13

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 52m

Production CompaniesEdward Small Productions

Genres

  • Adventure
  • History
  • Romance