The Mad Empress (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1939, The Mad Empress is a drama, war and romance film directed by Miguel Contreras Torres, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. The Mad Empress is a 1939 American historical drama film depicting the 3-year reign of Maximilian I of Mexico and his struggles against Benito Juarez.
Who’s in it. The Mad Empress stars Medea de Novara as Empress Carlotta of Mexico, Conrad Nagel as Maximilian, Jason Robards Sr. as President Benito Juarez and Lionel Atwill as General Bazaine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Mad Empress 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 Mad Empress page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mad Empress tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mad Empress (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mad Empress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mad Empress worth watching?
- The Mad Empress holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mad Empress?
- The Mad Empress stars Medea de Novara, Conrad Nagel, Jason Robards Sr., Lionel Atwill and Guy Bates Post.
- When was The Mad Empress released?
- The Mad Empress was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.