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The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex
The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex

The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex

Elizabeth I's love for the Earl of Essex threatens to destroy her kingdom.

DramaHistoryRomance
November 11, 19391h 46m6.3 / 10
Overview

This period drama frames the tumultuous affair between Queen Elizabeth I and the man who would be King of England.

Director
Michael Curtiz
Michael Curtiz
Production
Warner Bros. Pictures
Cast
Bette Davis
Bette DavisQueen Elizabeth
Errol Flynn
Errol FlynnThe Earl of Essex
Olivia de Havilland
Olivia de HavillandLady Penelope Gray
Donald Crisp
Donald CrispFrancis Bacon
Alan Hale
Alan HaleThe Prince of Tyrone
Vincent Price
Vincent PriceSir Walter Raleigh
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