Young Bess (1953)
Popularity3.5/5
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2025-09 to 2026-08
Directors
George Sidney
Cast
Jean Simmons, Stewart Granger, Deborah Kerr, Charles Laughton, Kay Walsh, Guy Rolfe
The story
Following the execution of Princess Elizabeth's mother, Queen Anne Boleyn, for infidelity, King Henry VIII declares his daughter illegitimate, removes her from the line of succession to the throne, and exiles her to Hatfield House. Joining her in Hatfield are her loyal servants, governess Mistress Ashley and Mr. Parry.
Genres
Historie, biographical film, drama film, romance film
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