The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex
Director: Michael Curtiz
"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.
Where to Watch
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Cast
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
Vincent Price
Sir Walter Raleigh
Henry Stephenson
Lord Burghley
Henry Daniell
Sir Robert Cecil
James Stephenson
Sir Thomas Egerton
Nanette Fabray
Mistress Margaret Radcliffe
Ralph Forbes
Lord Knollys
Robert Warwick
Lord Mountjoy
In brief
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex (1939) is a drama, history, romance film. With an average rating of 6.3/10 from 100 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 1h 46min. You can stream it on: HBO Max Amazon Channel, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex online?
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex is available on the following streaming services: HBO Max Amazon Channel, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex?
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex runs 106 minutes (1h 46min).
What rating does The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex have?
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex has an average rating of 6.3/10 based on 100 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex from?
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex was released in 1939.
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