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.
- Created by
- W.S. Van Dyke
- Origin
- US
- TMDB rating
- 6.6 / 10 · 37 votes
Cast
Norma ShearerMarie Antoinette
Tyrone PowerCount Axel de Fersen
John BarrymoreKing Louis XV
Robert MorleyKing Louis XVI
Anita LouisePrincesse de Lamballe
Joseph SchildkrautDuke d'Orléans
Gladys GeorgeMme. du Barry
Henry StephensonCount de Mercey
Cora WitherspoonCountess de Noailles
Barnett ParkerPrince de Rohan
