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The Young Victoria (2009)

“Love rules all.”

7.2/10 · 1,081 votes 1h 45m pg RomanceDramaHistory

#52 of 242 films from 2009 #372 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée · Written by Julian Fellowes

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Overview

As the only legitimate heir of England's King William, teenage Victoria gets caught up in the political machinations of her own family. Victoria's mother wants her to sign a regency order, while her Belgian uncle schemes to arrange a marriage between the future monarch and Prince Albert, the man who will become the love of her life.

Cast

Emily Bluntas Queen Victoria
Rupert Friendas Prince Albert
Paul Bettanyas Lord Melbourne
Miranda Richardsonas Duchess of Kent
Jim Broadbentas King William IV
Thomas Kretschmannas King Leopold
Mark Strongas Sir John Conroy
Jesper Christensenas Baron Stockmar
Harriet Walteras Queen Adelaide
Jeanette Hainas Baroness Lehzen
Michiel Huismanas Ernest
Rachael Stirlingas Duchess of Sutherland
Julian Gloveras Duke of Wellington
Michael Maloneyas Sir Robert Peel

Facts

Release dateMarch 4, 2009
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — about the same as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresRomance, Drama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$29,196,409 (0.8× budget)
IMDbtt0962736

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Questions

How long is The Young Victoria?
The Young Victoria runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is The Young Victoria worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 1,081 votes, which places it #52 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 79%) and #372 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed The Young Victoria?
The Young Victoria was directed by Jean-Marc Vallée. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dallas Buyers Club (2013), C.R.A.Z.Y. (2005), Wild (2014).
Who stars in The Young Victoria?
Emily Blunt as Queen Victoria; Rupert Friend as Prince Albert; Paul Bettany as Lord Melbourne; Miranda Richardson as Duchess of Kent; Jim Broadbent as King William IV; Thomas Kretschmann as King Leopold.
What is The Young Victoria rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Young Victoria?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9059.

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