The Royal Visit
Originally released in 1939. The Royal Visit is a documentary film. directed by Frank Badgley. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring King George VI of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, and Rupert Lucas
Synopsis
This feature documentary offers a complete record of the 1939 Royal Tour of Canada by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The film opens as the royal couple makes a stop in Québec city, where Premier Duplessis greets them. They then visit Montréal and meet mayor Camilien Houde. A visit to Ottawa brings them to Parliament, where Prime Minister MacKenzie King is present. The visit continues throughout Ontario, the prairies, and western Canada. The Royal couple also makes a brief stop in Washington and meets President Franklin Roosevelt. They then stop in on the Maritime provinces before boarding a Royal yacht for the journey back to England.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 18, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Royal Visit about?
This feature documentary offers a complete record of the 1939 Royal Tour of Canada by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The film opens as the royal couple makes a stop in Québec city, where Prem...
Who directed The Royal Visit?
The Royal Visit was directed by Frank Badgley.
How long is The Royal Visit?
The Royal Visit has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Royal Visit released?
The Royal Visit was released on November 18, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Royal Visit?
The main cast of The Royal Visit includes King George VI of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, Rupert Lucas.