The Scarlet Empress
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Originally released in 1934. The Scarlet Empress is a drama/history film. directed by Josef von Sternberg.
Starring Marlene Dietrich, John Lodge, and Sam Jaffe
Synopsis
During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica, who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter, the heir to the Russian throne. Their arranged marriage proves to be loveless, and Catherine takes many lovers, including the handsome Count Alexei, and bears a son. When the unstable Peter eventually ascends to the throne, Catherine plots to oust him from power.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 9, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (137 votes)
Budget
$900K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Marlene Dietrich
as Princess Sophia Frederica / Catherine II
John Lodge
as Count Alexei
Sam Jaffe
as Grand Duke Peter
Louise Dresser
as Empress Elizabeth Petrovna
C. Aubrey Smith
as Prince August
Gavin Gordon
as Capt. Gregori Orloff
Olive Tell
as Princess Johanna Elizabeth
Ruthelma Stevens
as Countess Elizabeth 'Lizzie'
Davison Clark
as Archimandrite Simeon Todorsky / Arch-Episcope
Erville Alderson
as Chancelor Alexei Bestuchef
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $900,000
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Scarlet Empress about?
During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica, who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter, the heir to the Russian throne. T...
Who directed The Scarlet Empress?
The Scarlet Empress was directed by Josef von Sternberg.
How long is The Scarlet Empress?
The Scarlet Empress has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was The Scarlet Empress released?
The Scarlet Empress was released on May 9, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Scarlet Empress?
The main cast of The Scarlet Empress includes Marlene Dietrich, John Lodge, Sam Jaffe, Louise Dresser, C. Aubrey Smith.
Is The Scarlet Empress worth watching?
The Scarlet Empress has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 137 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.