Marie Stuart (1908): cast, story & where to watch
1908 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1908, Marie Stuart is a drama and history film directed by Albert Capellani.
What it’s about. The film depicts the main events in the life of Mary, Queen of Scots. She married Francis II, King of France. After her husband's death in 1560, Mary Stuart left France and returned to her native Scotland. Her father having died around the same time, she became Queen. She was about 19 years old, and her youth, great beauty, and charming manner won the hearts of the Scots. She was a devout Catholic, and when she ascended the throne, she found the country in the hands of Protestants, who caused much unrest. They revolted and imprisoned the young Queen. She escaped and sought help from Queen Elizabeth, but Elizabeth betrayed her and imprisoned her again. With the help of a page, she escaped through a window, but Elizabeth had her recaptured by her soldiers after a fierce struggle. She was therefore returned to prison once again and sentenced to death after a sham trial. It was with her gentle smile that Marie laid her head on the block.
Who’s in it. Marie Stuart stars Jeanne Delvair as Marie Stuart, Jacques Grétillat, Henry Krauss and Paul Capellani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Marie Stuart sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marie Stuart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Marie Stuart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Marie Stuart (1908)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marie Stuart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Marie Stuart worth watching?
- Marie Stuart holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Marie Stuart?
- Marie Stuart stars Jeanne Delvair, Jacques Grétillat, Henry Krauss, Paul Capellani and Véra Sergine.
- When was Marie Stuart released?
- Marie Stuart was released in 1908.