


Film · Released
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex
“Elizabeth I's love for the Earl of Essex threatens to destroy her kingdom.”
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex at a glance
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex is a 1939 drama and history film, running 1h 46m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Rated 12 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1939-11-11
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Genres
- Drama, History, Romance
- Director
- Michael Curtiz
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.4 / 10 · 105 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmThis period drama frames the tumultuous affair between Queen Elizabeth I and the man who would be King of England.
Cast
14 names
Bette DavisQueen Elizabeth
Errol FlynnThe Earl of Essex
Olivia de HavillandLady Penelope Gray
Donald CrispFrancis Bacon
Alan HaleThe Prince of Tyrone
Vincent PriceSir Walter Raleigh
Henry StephensonLord Burghley
Henry DaniellSir Robert Cecil
James StephensonSir Thomas Egerton
Nanette FabrayMistress Margaret Radcliffe
Ralph ForbesLord Knollys
Robert WarwickLord Mountjoy
Leo G. CarrollSir Edward CokeQuestions about The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex suitable for children?
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex is rated 12 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex about?
This period drama frames the tumultuous affair between Queen Elizabeth I and the man who would be King of England.
How long is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex?
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex runs for 1h 46m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex trailer?
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