The Dead Queen (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film

The Dead Queen poster

Released in 2009, The Dead Queen is a romance, tv movie and history film directed by Pierre Boutron, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. Royal romance and epic tragedy feature in this historical drama about Pedro I of Portugal and his lover, Ines de Castro. Their legendary, doomed love story is explored, as well as the darkness surrounding Pedro's powerful, sadistic father.

Who’s in it. The Dead Queen stars Michel Aumont as King Ferrante, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as The Infanta, Gaëlle Bona as Inês de Castro and Thomas Jouannet as Don Pedro, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dead Queen page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Dead Queen tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Dead Queen (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dead Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Dead Queen?
The Dead Queen stars Michel Aumont, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Gaëlle Bona, Thomas Jouannet and Aladin Reibel.
When was The Dead Queen released?
The Dead Queen was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.