The Queen

– The Queen is an intimate behind the scenes glimpse at the interaction between HM Elizabeth II and Pr..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.30 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 43 Minutes
Release Year:
2006
The Queen (2006)

The Queen is an intimate behind the scenes glimpse at the interaction between HM Elizabeth II and Prime Minister Tony Blair during their struggle, following the death of Diana, to reach a compromise between what was a private tragedy for the Royal family and the public's demand for an overt display of mourning.

The Queen (2006) - Trailer

Release Date:

17 Nov 2006

Language:

English, German, French

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG-13 – Parents Strongly Cautioned

Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers.

Director:

Stephen Frears

Writer:

Peter Morgan

Main Actors:

Helen Mirren, James Cromwell, Alex Jennings, Roger Allam

Plot:

Diana the 'People's Princess' has died in a car accident in Paris. The Queen and her family decide that for the best, they should remain hidden behind the closed doors of Balmoral Castle. The heartbroken public do not understand and request that the Queen comforts her people. This also puts pressure on newly elected Tony Blair, who constantly tries to convince the monarchy to address the public.

Awards:

Won 1 Oscar. Another 94 wins & 95 nominations.

Gross profit:

$56,222,759

Production:

Miramax Films

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
97%
Metacritic:
91%