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The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex

NR19391h 46mMichael Curtiz
IMDb 7.0 · Rotten Tomatoes 80%

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"Elizabeth I's love for the Earl of Essex threatens to destroy her kingdom."

This period drama frames the tumultuous affair between Queen Elizabeth I and the man who would be King of England.

DramaHistoryRomance
QueenQueen Elizabeth ITudorEarl16th CenturyBritish Monarchy

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What is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex (1939) about?

This period drama frames the tumultuous affair between Queen Elizabeth I and the man who would be King of England.

Who stars in The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex?

The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex stars Bette Davis (Queen Elizabeth), Errol Flynn (The Earl of Essex), Olivia de Havilland (Lady Penelope Gray), Donald Crisp (Francis Bacon), Alan Hale (The Prince of Tyrone). The film was directed by Michael Curtiz.

How long is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex?

The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1939. It is rated NR.

Is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex worth watching?

The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex holds an IMDb rating of 7.0/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of Drama, History, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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