The Emperor's Candlesticks (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1937, The Emperor's Candlesticks is a drama, romance and history film directed by George Fitzmaurice, running about 89 minutes. “Drama that will toy with your heart” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Spies on opposite sides fall in love in pre-revolutionary Russia.
Who’s in it. The Emperor's Candlesticks stars William Powell as Baron Stephan Wolensky, Luise Rainer as Countess Olga Mironova, Robert Young as Grand Duke Peter and Maureen O'Sullivan as Maria Orlich, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Emperor's Candlesticks 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 The Emperor's Candlesticks page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Emperor's Candlesticks tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Emperor's Candlesticks (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Emperor's Candlesticks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Emperor's Candlesticks worth watching?
- The Emperor's Candlesticks holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Emperor's Candlesticks?
- The Emperor's Candlesticks stars William Powell, Luise Rainer, Robert Young, Maureen O'Sullivan and Frank Morgan.
- When was The Emperor's Candlesticks released?
- The Emperor's Candlesticks was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.