Saraband for Dead Lovers (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1948, Saraband for Dead Lovers is a drama, romance and history film directed by Basil Dearden, running about 96 minutes. “A Romance that rocked the Thrones of Kings.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sophie Dorothea is a young woman forced into a loveless marriage with Prince George Louis of Hanover. George Louis is later crowned King George I of England. Despairing of ever experiencing true love, the depressed queen finds life at court no solace. Sophie then falls for a dashing Swedish soldier of fortune, Count Konigsmark.
Who’s in it. Saraband for Dead Lovers stars Stewart Granger as Count Philip Konigsmark, Joan Greenwood as Sophie Dorothea, Flora Robson as Countess Clara Platen and Françoise Rosay as The Electress Sophia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Saraband for Dead Lovers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4 Plus and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Saraband for Dead Lovers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Saraband for Dead Lovers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Saraband for Dead Lovers (1948)?
- In GB, Saraband for Dead Lovers is available to stream on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Channel 4 Plus, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Saraband for Dead Lovers worth watching?
- Saraband for Dead Lovers holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Saraband for Dead Lovers?
- Saraband for Dead Lovers stars Stewart Granger, Joan Greenwood, Flora Robson, Françoise Rosay and Frederick Valk.
- When was Saraband for Dead Lovers released?
- Saraband for Dead Lovers was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.