Movie poster for Marie Antoinette
TMDb Rating
6.5/10

34 verified votes

Marie Antoinette (1938)

DramaHistory
149 min

"A Queen... but, first of all... a woman in love!"

Plot Summary

The young Austrian princess Marie Antoinette is arranged to marry Louis XVI, future king of France, in a politically advantageous marriage for the rival countries. The opulent Marie indulges in various whims and flirtations. When Louis XV passes and Louis XVI ascends the French throne, his queen's extravagant lifestyle earns the hatred of the French people, who despise her Austrian heritage.

Director

W.S. Van Dyke

Top Cast

Norma ShearerTyrone PowerJohn BarrymoreRobert MorleyAnita Louise

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