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Elizabeth I

2005Show1 season2 episodes

Drama
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic81–
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic81–

Summary

The reign of Elizabeth I of England and her relationships with the Earl of Leicester and the Earl of Essex.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Binge-friendly

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Elizabeth I episodes

1 season · 2 episodes

  1. S1 E1 Episode #1.1, 7.8
  2. S1 E2 Episode #1.2, 7.9

Cast

22 of 22 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Tom Hooper
Written by
Nigel Williams
Produced by
Barney Reisz
Music by
Rob Lane

Everyone

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Facts

September 29, 2005 · October 6, 2005 · Ended

First aired
September 29, 2005
Last aired
October 6, 2005
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 2 episodes
Content
Sexual Content, Violence
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
12 countries

Tropes

Bittersweet Ending, Royals Who Actually Do Something, Standard Royal Court +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Elizabeth I?"

Questions about Elizabeth I

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Elizabeth I?

HBO Max

In the United States, Elizabeth I streams on HBO Max. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 9 other countries.

Is Elizabeth I worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 7.8 and Metacritic 81).

Is Elizabeth I plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Elizabeth I good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Elizabeth I use?

Bittersweet EndingRoyals Who Actually Do SomethingStandard Royal CourtRousing SpeechTurn the Other CheekGory Discretion ShotThe HereticPretty in MinkToo Dumb to LiveCelibate HeroFriendship MomentArtistic License – Historyand 11 more

TV Tropes lists 23 tropes for it, including Bittersweet Ending, Royals Who Actually Do Something, and Standard Royal Court.