Queen Elizabeth (1912): cast, story & where to watch
1912 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1912, Queen Elizabeth is a drama and history film directed by Henri Desfontaines, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Episodes from the life of Elizabeth I, Queen of England (1533-1603), focusing on her ill-fated love affair with Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex.
Who’s in it. Queen Elizabeth stars Sarah Bernhardt as Queen Elizabeth I, Lou Tellegen as Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex, Max Maxudian as Howard, Earl of Nottingham (as Maxudian) and Nita Romani as Arabella, the Countess of Nottingham (as Mlle. Romani), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Queen Elizabeth has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Queen Elizabeth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Queen Elizabeth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Queen Elizabeth (1912)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Queen Elizabeth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Queen Elizabeth worth watching?
- Queen Elizabeth holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Queen Elizabeth?
- Queen Elizabeth stars Sarah Bernhardt, Lou Tellegen, Max Maxudian, Nita Romani and Jean Angelo.
- When was Queen Elizabeth released?
- Queen Elizabeth was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.