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Marie Antoinette (1938)

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.

  • Drama
  • History

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Norma ShearerNorma ShearerMarie Antoinette
  • Photo of Tyrone PowerTyrone PowerCount Axel de Fersen
  • Photo of John BarrymoreJohn BarrymoreKing Louis XV
  • Photo of Robert MorleyRobert MorleyKing Louis XVI
  • Photo of Anita LouiseAnita LouisePrincesse de Lamballe
  • Photo of Joseph SchildkrautJoseph SchildkrautDuke d'Orléans
  • Photo of Gladys GeorgeGladys GeorgeMme. du Barry
  • Photo of Henry StephensonHenry StephensonCount de Mercey
  • Photo of Cora WitherspoonCora WitherspoonCountess de Noailles
  • Photo of Barnett ParkerBarnett ParkerPrince de Rohan

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