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The Rise of Catherine the Great

1934·Movie
1h 35min·NR
56
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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, politics, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

The more he hated her, the more she loved him...this girl of MANY loves who rose to rule a hundred million souls but could not govern her own heart.

The woman who will become Catherine the Great marries into the Russian royal family when she weds Grand Duke Peter, the nephew of Empress Elizabeth. Although the couple has moments of contentment, Peter's cruel and erratic behavior causes a rift between him and Catherine. Mere months after Peter succeeds his aunt as the ruler of Russia, a revolt is brewing, and Catherine is poised to ascend to the throne as the country's new empress.
Historical DramaRoyal BiographyPolitical IntriguePower StruggleClassic CinemaCharacter StudyImperial RussiaPeriod PieceCourt Drama

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Rise of Catherine the Great legally?

The Rise of Catherine the Great is included with a subscription to HBO Max and Artiflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Rise of Catherine the Great worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 57%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Rise of Catherine the Great rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Rise of Catherine the Great?

1 h 35 min

The Rise of Catherine the Great runs 1 h 35 min.

Is The Rise of Catherine the Great 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 Rise of Catherine the Great?

Critics57
Audiences56

Yes. Critics average 57 and audiences 56 out of 100, so both groups see The Rise of Catherine the Great much the same way.

What language is The Rise of Catherine the Great in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Rise of Catherine the Great?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Rise of Catherine the Great in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.