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Marie Antoinette
“A Queen... but, first of all... a woman in love!”
6.6 / 10• 1938• 2h 29m•NR• English
DramaHistory
Storyline
The young Austrian princess Marie Antoinette is arranged to marry Louis XVI, future king of France, in a politically advantageous marriage for the rival countries. The opulent Marie indulges in various whims and flirtations. When Louis XV passes and Louis XVI ascends the French throne, his queen's extravagant lifestyle earns the hatred of the French people, who despise her Austrian heritage.
Cast & Crew
Norma Shearer
Marie Antoinette
Lead
Tyrone Power
Count Axel de Fersen
John Barrymore
King Louis XV
Robert Morley
King Louis XVI
Anita Louise
Princesse de Lamballe
Joseph Schildkraut
Duke d'Orléans
Gladys George
Mme. du Barry
Henry Stephenson
Count de Mercey
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. W.S. Van Dyke's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Marie Antoinette is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
