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The Young Victoria

2009·Movie
1h 45min·PG
71
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance8
  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History, a real life story, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Love rules all.

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.
Historical DramaBiographical RomanceRoyal Court IntrigueComing-of-AgeStrong Female LeadPolitical ManeuveringLavish CostumesBritish History

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Young Victoria

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Young Victoria legally?

You can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Young Victoria worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 75%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Young Victoria rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Young Victoria?

1 h 45 min

The Young Victoria runs 1 h 45 min.

Is The Young Victoria based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Young Victoria?

Critics70
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see The Young Victoria much the same way.

Was The Young Victoria a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$29 million

No. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $29 million worldwide, 83% of its budget.

What language is The Young Victoria in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Young Victoria?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Young Victoria in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Young Victoria use?

Large HamOh, Crap!Cool Old GuyEstablishing Character MomentRuling CoupleRebellious PrincessKick the DogChess MotifsReaction ShotEvil MatriarchCold HamInsatiable Newlywedsand 28 more

TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for The Young Victoria, including Large Ham, Oh, Crap!, Cool Old Guy.