The Scarlet Empress (1934)
The Scarlet Empress is a 1934 drama movie directed by Josef von Sternberg, with a running time of 1h 44m. It stars Marlene Dietrich, John Lodge and Sam Jaffe.
During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica, who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter, the heir to the Russian throne. Their arranged marriage proves to be loveless, and Catherine takes many lovers, including the handsome Count Alexei, and bears a son. When the unstable Peter eventually ascends to the throne, Catherine plots to oust him from power.
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What is The Scarlet Empress about?
During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica, who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter, the heir to the Russian throne. Their arranged marriage proves to be loveless, and Catherine takes many lovers, including the handsome Count Alexei, and bears a son. When the unstable Peter eventually ascends to the throne, Catherine plots to oust him from power.
When was The Scarlet Empress released?
The Scarlet Empress was released on 9 May 1934.
How long is The Scarlet Empress?
The Scarlet Empress runs 1h 44m.
Who made The Scarlet Empress?
The Scarlet Empress was directed by Josef von Sternberg.
Where can I watch The Scarlet Empress?
The Scarlet Empress is available on FlixFling, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Cast
- Marlene Dietrich as Princess Sophia Frederica / Catherine II
- John Lodge as Count Alexei
- Sam Jaffe as Grand Duke Peter
- Louise Dresser as Empress Elizabeth Petrovna
- C. Aubrey Smith as Prince August
- Gavin Gordon as Capt. Gregori Orloff
- Olive Tell as Princess Johanna Elizabeth
- Ruthelma Stevens as Countess Elizabeth 'Lizzie'
- Davison Clark as Archimandrite Simeon Todorsky / Arch-Episcope
- Erville Alderson as Chancelor Alexei Bestuchef
- Maria Riva as Sophia as a Child
- Jane Darwell as Miss Cardell, Sophia's Nurse (uncredited)