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Drake of England

U19351h 44mArthur B. Woods

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"Take to the high seas for a heart-stopping tale of riches, war and romance with England's dashing pirate hero!"

Imposing Canadian-born stage actor and playwright Matherson Lang was one of the twentieth century's great Shakespearean players, and became Britain's foremost screen actor during the 1920s; in Drake of England, one of his final films, he takes the title role in Arthur Woods' portrayal of the life and times of the flamboyant piratical adventurer who founded Britain's sea fortunes. From clandestine romance at the court of Elizabeth I to conquests in the newly discovered lands of South America and spectacular victory over the Armada, Drake of England offers a panoramic overview of Drake's life.

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What is Drake of England (1935) about?

Imposing Canadian-born stage actor and playwright Matherson Lang was one of the twentieth century's great Shakespearean players, and became Britain's foremost screen actor during the 1920s; in Drake of England, one of his final films, he takes the title role in Arthur Woods' portrayal of the life and times of the flamboyant piratical adventurer who founded Britain's sea fortunes. From…

Who stars in Drake of England?

Drake of England stars Matheson Lang (Francis Drake), Jane Baxter (Elizabeth Sydenham), Athene Seyler (Queen Elizabeth), Henry Mollison (John Doughty), Donald Wolfit (Thomas Doughty). The film was directed by Arthur B. Woods.

How long is Drake of England?

Drake of England has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1935. It is rated U.

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