Queenie (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1987, Queenie is a drama and tv movie film directed by Larry Peerce.
What it’s about. Queenie was an ABC miniseries, adapted from the eponymous novel by Michael Korda, which is based loosely on the life of his aunt, actress Merle Oberon. A half-caste beauty emigrates from India to Great Britain, pursues fame and fortune at the cost of personal happiness, and becomes a Hollywood movie star while suppressing the truth of her heritage.
Who’s in it. Queenie stars Joss Ackland as Sir Burton Rumsey, Martin Balsam as Marty, Claire Bloom as Vicky Kelley and Kirk Douglas as David Konig, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Queenie 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 Queenie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Queenie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Queenie (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Queenie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Queenie worth watching?
- Queenie holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Queenie?
- Queenie stars Joss Ackland, Martin Balsam, Claire Bloom, Kirk Douglas and Mia Sara.
- When was Queenie released?
- Queenie was released in 1987.