Movies like Elizabeth

This romantic period drama features a fictional love affair between William Shakespeare and a young woman posing as a male actor. With its Elizabethan setting and a cameo of Queen Elizabeth I, lovers of 'Elizabeth' will also be enchanted by the rich details and creative storytelling.

Set against the tumultuous era of Henry VIII's reign, this film delves into the intrigue of the English court through the perspective of the Boleyn sisters. If the power plays and romantic entanglement in 'Elizabeth' intrigued you, 'The Other Boleyn Girl' offers a similarly gripping look into royal affairs.

As the sequel to 'Elizabeth,' this film continues the enthralling tale of Queen Elizabeth I's reign, focusing on her struggles against the Spanish Armada and her relationship with Sir Walter Raleigh. Fans of the original movie will appreciate Cate Blanchett's reprised, powerful performance as the Virgin Queen, amidst the backdrop of political and religious intrigue.

Exploring the early years of Queen Victoria's reign and her romance with Prince Albert, 'The Young Victoria' shares a focus on a young queen’s rise to power and the challenges she faces, much like 'Elizabeth.' Fans will relish the lush production and strong performances.

Blending political intrigue with literary mystery, 'Anonymous' speculates on the theory that Edward de Vere, Earl of Oxford, was the true author of Shakespeare’s works. The film's Elizabethan era setting and palace intrigue will resonate with those who loved the atmosphere of 'Elizabeth.'