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The Queen

1968·Movie
1h 8min·NR
68
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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness5
  • Nostalgia5
  • Wholesome4

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Show business, history, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Dialogue Quality6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A vibrant piece of queer history.

In 1967, New York City is host to the Miss All-American Camp Beauty Pageant. This documentary takes a look behind the scenes, transporting the viewer into rehearsals and dressing rooms as the drag queen subculture prepares for this big national beauty contest. Jack/Sabrina is the mistress of ceremonies, and their protégé, Miss Harlow, is in the competition. But, as the pageant approaches, the glamorous contestants veer from camaraderie to tension.
Drag Queen Pageant1960s New YorkLGBTQ+ CultureBehind-the-Scenes DocumentarySocial CommentaryCamp and IronyShowbizHistorical Context

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Queen

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Queen legally?

The Queen is included with a subscription to Hoopla and Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Queen worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 78). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Queen rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Queen?

1 h 8 min

The Queen runs 1 h 8 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Queen?

Critics87
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate The Queen higher (87) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Queen in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Queen?

3AUCAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Queen in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Queen use?

Born in the Wrong CenturyFlanderizationForegone ConclusionThe GhostNot So StoicCool Old LadyEverybody Calls Her The QueenBig "NO!"Rudely Hanging UpNever Mess with GrannyThe MentorTaglineand 36 more

TV Tropes lists 48 storytelling tropes for The Queen, including Born in the Wrong Century, Flanderization, Foregone Conclusion.