The Royalists (1947): cast, story & where to watch

1947 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 1947, The Royalists is a drama, adventure and history film directed by Henri Calef, running about 109 minutes.

What it’s about. The Marquis de Montauran was appointed to command the Chouans whose first two revolts were crushed. An aristocrat, Marie-Nathalie de Verneuil, is sent by Joseph Fouché to seduce and capture him.

Who’s in it. The Royalists stars Jean Marais as le marquis de Montauran, Madeleine Robinson as Madame Du Gua, Madeleine Lebeau as Marie-Nathalie de Verneuil and Marcel Herrand as Corentin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Royalists has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Royalists page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Royalists tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Royalists (1947)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Royalists change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Royalists worth watching?
The Royalists holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Royalists?
The Royalists stars Jean Marais, Madeleine Robinson, Madeleine Lebeau, Marcel Herrand and Pierre Dux.
When was The Royalists released?
The Royalists was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.