The Mad Empress
Originally released in 1939. The Mad Empress is a drama/romance film. directed by Miguel Contreras Torres. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Medea de Novara, Conrad Nagel, and Jason Robards Sr.
Synopsis
The Mad Empress is a 1939 American historical drama film depicting the 3-year reign of Maximilian I of Mexico and his struggles against Benito Juarez.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 16, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Mexico
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Medea de Novara
as Empress Carlotta of Mexico
Conrad Nagel
as Maximilian
Jason Robards Sr.
as President Benito Juarez
Lionel Atwill
as General Bazaine
Guy Bates Post
as Louis Napoleon III
Evelyn Brent
as Empress Eugenie
Frank McGlynn Sr.
as President Abraham Lincoln
Nigel De Brulier
as Father Fisher
Gustav von Seyffertitz
as Metternich
Michael Visaroff
as Dr. Samuel Basch
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Miguel Contreras Torres
- Hispano Continental Films
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mad Empress about?
The Mad Empress is a 1939 American historical drama film depicting the 3-year reign of Maximilian I of Mexico and his struggles against Benito Juarez.
Who directed The Mad Empress?
The Mad Empress was directed by Miguel Contreras Torres.
How long is The Mad Empress?
The Mad Empress has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was The Mad Empress released?
The Mad Empress was released on December 16, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Mad Empress?
The main cast of The Mad Empress includes Medea de Novara, Conrad Nagel, Jason Robards Sr., Lionel Atwill, Guy Bates Post.