The Queen (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1968, The Queen is a documentary film directed by Frank Simon, running about 68 minutes. “A vibrant piece of queer history.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1967, New York City is host to the Miss All-American Camp Beauty Pageant. This documentary takes a look behind the scenes, transporting the viewer into rehearsals and dressing rooms as the drag queen subculture prepares for this big national beauty contest. Jack/Sabrina is the mistress of ceremonies, and their protégé, Miss Harlow, is in the competition. But, as the pageant approaches, the glamorous contestants veer from camaraderie to tension.
Who’s in it. The Queen stars Jack Doroshow as Flawless Sabrina, Bernard Giquel as Interviewer, Mario Montez as Self - Singer and Crystal LaBeija as Self - Competitor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Queen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Queen page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Queen tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Queen (1968)?
- In US, The Queen is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Queen worth watching?
- The Queen holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Queen?
- The Queen stars Jack Doroshow, Bernard Giquel, Mario Montez, Crystal LaBeija and Rachel Harlow.
- When was The Queen released?
- The Queen was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.