How long is The Scarlet Empress?

The Scarlet Empress is 1 hr 44 min long.

Who is Princess Sophia Frederica/Catherine II in The Scarlet Empress?

Marlene Dietrich plays Princess Sophia Frederica/Catherine II in the film.

What is The Scarlet Empress about?

During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica (Marlene Dietrich), who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter (Sam Jaffe), the heir to the Russian throne. Their arranged marriage proves to be loveless, and Catherine takes many lovers, including the handsome Count Alexei (John Lodge), and bears a son. When the unstable Peter eventually ascends to the throne, Catherine plots to oust him from power.

The Scarlet Empress

Name: The Scarlet Empress
Duration: 104
Rating: 85

NR 1 hr 44 min

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How long is The Scarlet Empress?: The Scarlet Empress is 1 hr 44 min long.

Who directed The Scarlet Empress?: Josef von Sternberg

Who is Princess Sophia Frederica/Catherine II in The Scarlet Empress?: Marlene Dietrich plays Princess Sophia Frederica/Catherine II in the film.

What is The Scarlet Empress about?: During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica (Marlene Dietrich), who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter (Sam Jaffe), the heir to the Russian throne. Their arranged marriage proves to be loveless, and Catherine takes many lovers, including the handsome Count Alexei (John Lodge), and bears a son. When the unstable Peter eventually ascends to the throne, Catherine plots to oust him from power.