Cardinal Richelieu (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1935, Cardinal Richelieu is a drama, romance and history film directed by Rowland V. Lee, running about 82 minutes. “Should CLERGYMEN Actively Participate in POLITICS?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The cunning Cardinal Richelieu must save King Louis XIII from treachery within his inner circle.
Who’s in it. Cardinal Richelieu stars George Arliss as Cardinal Richelieu, Edward Arnold as Louis XIII, Maureen O'Sullivan as Lenore and Cesar Romero as Andre de Pons, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Cardinal Richelieu has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cardinal Richelieu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cardinal Richelieu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cardinal Richelieu (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cardinal Richelieu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cardinal Richelieu worth watching?
- Cardinal Richelieu holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Cardinal Richelieu?
- Cardinal Richelieu stars George Arliss, Edward Arnold, Maureen O'Sullivan, Cesar Romero and Violet Kemble Cooper.
- When was Cardinal Richelieu released?
- Cardinal Richelieu was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.