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Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Marisol Nichols, Keith Robinson

Its hokey title notwithstanding, this intensely dramatic TV-movie chronicled the true story of the star-crossed romance between Bahrainian princess Meriam Al-Khalifa (Marisol Nichols) and U.S. Marine ... read more read more...Jason Johnson (Mark-Paul Gosselaar). Even if Meriam was not already committed to an arranged marriage, her strict Muslim parents would never approve of her union with an American Mormon. Determined to be together, the couple manages to sneak out of Meriam's homeland with forged papers. Will they make it to the United States -- and if so, will diplomatic protocol dictate that Meriam be returned to her own country? The Princess and the Marine made its NBC bow on February 18, 2001. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Unrated, 1 hr. 40 min.

Directed by: Mike Robe

Release Date: February 18, 2001

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  • ldss31
    August 27, 2008
    ldss31
    I found this by accident. Im Jason Johnson the Marine who was married to Meriam. Im sure that most of you wont belive that this is me and I can understand why. Meriam and I are not divorced yet, its been almost a five year process. She still lives in Las Vegas however, we onl... read morey have contact with eachother throght our attornies. I never imaged that our story would have inspired so many people for the better. Im very happy so many of you liked that movie. If anyone wishes to contact me with any questions you can. I have several differnt email address but you you have face book you can find me under amreekie69@yahoo.com or just type in my name, Jason johnson
  • zion242
    May 24, 2008
    zion242
    I think this is the movie I saw years ago and loved. It has everything, a sad, sweet and funny love story.
  • StaisilD
    September 9, 2007
    StaisilD
    A modern day Romeo and Juliet. This is a gentle film; as most know, it is based on a real-life story between a Marine stationed in the Middle East and a Muslim princess. The couple divorced last year. However, it is a good love story, basic acting and situations appropriate to ma... read morede-for-television films - this would never stand up to cinematic release, and the tension is rather muted. The actors are well-suited for their roles - Mark-Paul Gosselaar as Jason Johnson begins to shed the 'Saved by the Bell' image, and Marisol Nichols as Meriam Al-Khalifa does a serviceable job as the girl torn between two worlds. Worth watching, particularly for those who like a love story, but even that is a bit muted here, particularly in light of the real life events later. However, the love was obviously real at the time, and one hopes something that neither person would have traded, even knowing the eventual outcome. I would recommend this movie to anyone. It was so sweet and heart-warming to see.

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