The Scarlet Empress
“The Reigning Beauty of the Screen!”
6.9/ 10IMDb7.5142
19341h 44m
Overview
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.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Josef von Sternberg
- Writers
- Manuel Komroff, Eleanor McGeary
- Producers
- Josef von Sternberg, Emanuel Cohen
- Production
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently asked questions
What is The Scarlet Empress rated?
The Scarlet Empress has an audience rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 142 votes.
Who directed The Scarlet Empress?
The Scarlet Empress was directed by Josef von Sternberg.
When was The Scarlet Empress released?
The Scarlet Empress was released in 1934.
