The dialogue is terrific, and the cast does justice to it every time. The cast is filled with outstanding actors - Glynis Johns, Basil Rathbone, Angela Lansbury, and many others - who make their characters entertaining and memorable. There are several outstanding sequences, and a fittingly wild sword fight finale. The early part of the film moves somewhat slowly as all of this is established, but then things get delightfully complicated, and the laughs and adventure both start coming quickly. The question of whom the king's daughter should marry also comes into play. But even as the rebels plot, the king's own nobles are maneuvering for advantage amongst themselves, some with murderous intent. Their secret plan to restore the rightful king involves having Kaye impersonate the evil king's new court jester, so that he can gain the monarch's confidence.
Kaye is one of a band of rebels hiding out in a forest, led by "The Black Fox", who are opposing an evil king who has usurped the throne. The story is a nicely done comic version of the Robin Hood-type adventure tales. It also offers a great showcase for star Danny Kaye's many talents.
"The Court Jester" is a terrifically funny movie, with a wonderfully complicated comic/adventure story, memorable characters, and outstanding dialogue.
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