Marie Antoinette (1938)
Marie Antoinette is a 1938 drama movie directed by W.S. Van Dyke, with a running time of 2h 29m. It stars Norma Shearer, Tyrone Power and John Barrymore.
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.
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What is Marie Antoinette about?
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.
When was Marie Antoinette released?
Marie Antoinette was released on 26 August 1938.
How long is Marie Antoinette?
Marie Antoinette runs 2h 29m.
Who made Marie Antoinette?
Marie Antoinette was directed by W.S. Van Dyke.
Where can I watch Marie Antoinette?
Marie Antoinette is available on Kanopy, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Marie Antoinette
Watch free: Kanopy
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Cast
- Norma Shearer as Marie Antoinette
- Tyrone Power as Count Axel de Fersen
- John Barrymore as King Louis XV
- Robert Morley as King Louis XVI
- Anita Louise as Princesse de Lamballe
- Joseph Schildkraut as Duke d'Orléans
- Gladys George as Mme. du Barry
- Henry Stephenson as Count de Mercey
- Cora Witherspoon as Countess de Noailles
- Barnett Parker as Prince de Rohan
- Reginald Gardiner as Comte d'Artois
- Henry Daniell as La Motte