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Young Bess

1953 · 112 min · Director: George Sidney

Young Bess (1953) is a historical film, directed by George Sidney. It stars Jean Simmons and Stewart Granger. It brings a real-life story to the screen. The 112-minute film holds an audience score of 5.8/10.

What Young Bess Is About

Her mother died under the executioner’s axe; the daughter would become the most powerful monarch England had. The film follows the dangerous years from Elizabeth’s childhood to her wholly unexpected accession at twenty five: the intrigues of the court, the stepmothers who keep changing, a life that could be lost at any moment. Jean Simmons plays the young Elizabeth and Charles Laughton her father Henry VIII, with Deborah Kerr as Catherine Parr and Stewart Granger as Thomas Seymour. George Sidney builds it as a court adventure and does not go looking for documentary precision.

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What is Young Bess about?

Her mother died under the executioner’s axe; the daughter would become the most powerful monarch England had. The film follows the dangerous years from Elizabeth’s childhood to her wholly unexpected accession at twenty five: the intrigues of the court, the stepmothers who keep changing, a life that could be lost at any moment.

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How long is Young Bess?

Young Bess runs for 112 minutes (1h 52m).

When did Young Bess come out?

Young Bess was released in 1953.

Who directed Young Bess?

Young Bess was directed by George Sidney.

Who stars in Young Bess?

Young Bess stars Jean Simmons, Stewart Granger, Deborah Kerr, Charles Laughton.

What is Young Bess's rating?

Young Bess holds 6.7/10 on IMDb and 5.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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