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Victoria Regina (1964)

TV Series ★ 10.0 50 min

Patricia Routledge gives a career-best performance as Queen Victoria in this 1964 series of plays based on the celebrated collection of dramas by playwright Laurence Housman. Self-willed, obstinate, imperious and passionate... a now-familiar description of one of history's longest-serving female monarchs – but Housman's satirical tribute marked a decisive break with the tradition of the uncritical historical portrait. A Broadway hit deemed too disrespectful for public performance in Britain until the late 1930s, Victoria Regina is a frank portrayal of an extraordinarily complex woman, tracing her development from royal teenager to inconsolable widow at the helm of a vast empire, with all her contradictions, prejudices and unconstitutional behavior.

Stuart Latham Director

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Released
November 13, 1964
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
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Cast

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The Private Lives of Elizabeth and Essex 1939 ★ 6.3
Victoria 2016 ★ 7.4

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Frequently asked questions

What is Victoria Regina about?
Patricia Routledge gives a career-best performance as Queen Victoria in this 1964 series of plays based on the celebrated collection of dramas by playwright Laurence Housman. Self-willed, obstinate, imperious and passionate... a now-familiar description of one of history's longest-serving female monarchs – but Housman's satirical tribute marked a decisive break with the tradition of the uncritical historical portrait. A Broadway hit deemed too disrespectful for public performance in Britain until the late 1930s, Victoria Regina is a frank portrayal of an extraordinarily complex woman, tracing her development from royal teenager to inconsolable widow at the helm of a vast empire, with all her contradictions, prejudices and unconstitutional behavior.
Who created Victoria Regina?
Victoria Regina was created by Stuart Latham.
Who stars in Victoria Regina?
Victoria Regina stars Patricia Routledge, Joachim Hansen, Max Adrian.
When was Victoria Regina released?
Victoria Regina is a 1964 drama series.
Where can I watch Victoria Regina?
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