Mary Queen of Scots (2018)
Mary Queen of Scots is a 2018 drama film directed by Josie Rourke, with a running time of 2h 4m. It stars Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie and Jack Lowden.
In 1561, Mary Stuart, widow of the King of France, returns to Scotland, reclaims her rightful throne and menaces the future of Queen Elizabeth I as ruler of England, because she has a legitimate claim to the English throne. Betrayals, rebellions, conspiracies and their own life choices imperil both Queens. They experience the bitter cost of power, until their tragic fate is finally fulfilled.
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What is Mary Queen of Scots about?
In 1561, Mary Stuart, widow of the King of France, returns to Scotland, reclaims her rightful throne and menaces the future of Queen Elizabeth I as ruler of England, because she has a legitimate claim to the English throne. Betrayals, rebellions, conspiracies and their own life choices imperil both Queens. They experience the bitter cost of power, until their tragic fate is finally fulfilled.
When was Mary Queen of Scots released?
Mary Queen of Scots was released on 7 December 2018.
How long is Mary Queen of Scots?
Mary Queen of Scots runs 2h 4m.
Who made Mary Queen of Scots?
Mary Queen of Scots was directed by Josie Rourke.
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Cast
- Saoirse Ronan as Mary Stuart
- Margot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I
- Jack Lowden as Lord Darnley
- David Tennant as John Knox
- Guy Pearce as William Cecil
- Gemma Chan as Bess of Hardwick
- James McArdle as James, Earl of Moray
- Ismael Cruz Cordova as David Rizzio
- Martin Compston as Earl of Bothwell
- Joe Alwyn as Robert Dudley
- Brendan Coyle as Earl of Lennox
- Ian Hart as Lord Maitland