Mayerling (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1936, Mayerling is a drama and history film directed by Anatole Litvak, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Rudolf, the only heir to Emperor Franz Josef of Austria-Hungary, is trapped in a loveless marriage to a Belgian princess. As he seeks to flee his stifling environment, he meets the beautiful Maria, and the two enter into a scandalous affair. Despite the interference of the Emperor, the couple refuse to give each other up.
Who’s in it. Mayerling stars Charles Boyer as L'archiduc Rodolphe, Danielle Darrieux as Marie Vetsera, Jean Dax as L'empereur François-Joseph and Yolande Laffon as L'archiduchesse Stéphanie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Mayerling has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mayerling page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mayerling tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mayerling (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mayerling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mayerling worth watching?
- Mayerling holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mayerling?
- Mayerling stars Charles Boyer, Danielle Darrieux, Jean Dax, Yolande Laffon and Suzy Prim.
- When was Mayerling released?
- Mayerling was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.