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Elizabeth I

Drama
2005
Elizabeth I is a two-part 2005 British historical drama television miniseries directed by Tom Hooper, written by Nigel Williams, and starring Helen Mirren as Elizabeth I of England. The miniseries covers approximately the last 24 years of her nearly 45-year reign. Part 1 focuses on the final years of her relationship with the Earl of Leicester, played by Jeremy Irons. Part 2 focuses on her subsequent relationship with the Earl of Essex, played by Hugh Dancy. The series originally was broadcast in the United Kingdom in two two-hour segments on Channel 4. It later aired on HBO in the United States, CBC and TMN in Canada, ATV in Hong Kong, ABC in Australia, and TVNZ Television One in New Zealand. The series went on to win Emmy, Peabody, and Golden Globe Awards. The same year, Helen Mirren starred as Queen Elizabeth II in The Queen, with which she dominated the award season.
Country: United Kingdom
Cast:
Helen Mirren,
Ewen Bremner,
Patrick Malahide,
Toby Jones
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Helen Mirren
As Queen Elizabeth I
Ewen Bremner
As King James VI
Patrick Malahide
As Sir Francis Walsingham
Toby Jones
As Robert Cecil
Jeremy Irons
As Earl of Leicester
Ian McDiarmid
As Lord Burghley
John McEnery
As Jesuit Priest

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"Elizabeth I" is a historical drama miniseries that explores the life and reign of the iconic Queen of England, Elizabeth I Tudor. The series delves into her personal struggles and relationships, including her tumultuous love affair with the Earl of Leicester and her complicated bond with the ambitious Earl of Essex. With a star-studded cast, including Helen Mirren, Jeremy Irons, and Hugh Dancy, this miniseries offers a rich and intimate portrayal of one of history's most fascinating monarchs.

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