Edward II

1991·Movie
1h 30min·R
64
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle6
  • Violence6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

A classic tale of sex, revenge, and love

England, 14th century. King Edward II falls in love with Piers Gaveston, a young man of humble origins, whom he honors with favors and titles of nobility. The cold and jealous Queen Isabella conspires with the evil Mortimer to get rid of Gaveston, overthrow her husband and take power…
Historical DramaHomosexual LovePolitical IntrigueRoyal Betrayal14th Century EnglandTragic RomancePower StruggleClass Conflict

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Edward II

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Where can I stream Edward II legally?

Edward II is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Edward II worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Edward II rated?

RViolenceSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and sexual content.

How long is Edward II?

1 h 30 min

Edward II runs 1 h 30 min.

Was Edward II a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$706,131

No. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $706,131 worldwide, 70% of its budget.

What language is Edward II in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Edward II?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Edward II in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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