The Scarlet Empress
The Reigning Beauty of the Screen!
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Scarlet Empress
- Genres: Drama, History, Romance
- Release Date: 1934-05-09
- Runtime: 104 minutes
- Rating: 6.915/10 (130 votes)
- Budget: $900,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6465
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
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
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The Insanity of The Scarlett Empress (Marlene Dietrich)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Scarlet Empress?▼
The Scarlet Empress is a Drama, History, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1934-05-09.
Who are the main actors in The Scarlet Empress?▼
The main cast includes Marlene Dietrich, John Lodge, Sam Jaffe, Louise Dresser, C. Aubrey Smith, .
Where can I watch The Scarlet Empress online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Scarlet Empress is available.
Is The Scarlet Empress based on a true story?▼
The Reigning Beauty of the Screen!
What is the IMDb rating of The Scarlet Empress?▼
The Scarlet Empress has an IMDb rating of 6.915/10 based on 130 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Scarlet Empress?▼
The movie had a production budget of $900,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Scarlet Empress?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Scarlet Empress filmed?▼
The Scarlet Empress was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Scarlet Empress?▼
The total runtime of The Scarlet Empress is 104 minutes.
Is The Scarlet Empress suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Scarlet Empress?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Scarlet Empress.
Does The Scarlet Empress have a post-credit scene?▼
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