Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper

A poised royal heiress torn between duty and desire, Anneliese is prepared to marry for the kingdom’s sake but deeply loves Julian. She navigates palace expectations while discovering the plight of her people. Her journey centers on courage, honesty, and choosing love without betraying the realm.

A spirited pauper working at Madame Carp’s Dress Emporium who dreams of singing and seeing the world. She masquerades as Anneliese, facing the pressures of royal life while staying true to her own ambitions. Her arc explores authenticity, resilience, and the cost of identity swapping.

Anneliese’s kind tutor who believes in true love and fairness. He becomes a confidant for both Anneliese and Erika, investigating Preminger’s schemes. His loyalty and courage help bridge two worlds and reveal the heart behind the facade.

The palace adviser turned antagonist who steals from the royal mines to fund a bid for the throne. Charismatic and calculating, he uses manipulation to advance his scheme while underestimating the power of truth and love. His downfall comes when deceit is exposed.

The ruler of the kingdom, often blind to Preminger’s treachery, she faces a difficult choice between comfort and duty. Her eventual acceptance of the truth helps restore trust and prosperity to the realm. She represents the responsibilities of leadership and the need for honesty.

A benevolent king who finds himself drawn to Erika’s warmth while maintaining his sense of justice. He becomes a partner in uncovering Preminger’s lies and supporting Anneliese and Erika’s true identities. His relationship with Erika adds a hopeful note to the palace’s dynamics.

A practical dress shop owner who embodies the market’s resilience. Her character embodies the pressures of commerce and debt, and her fate shifts with the kingdom’s fortunes. She becomes a symbol of the world outside the palace’s walls.

One of Preminger’s henchmen whose schemes help propel the plot. His loyalty is tied to the payoff, and his actions help push the plan toward its dramatic reveal. A minor but pivotal presence driving the conflict.