Movies like Elizabeth: The Golden Age

This romantic period drama imagines a love affair between William Shakespeare and Viola de Lesseps, providing a creative and engaging depiction of Elizabethan England. Its blend of history with fictional romance will appeal to those who enjoyed the dramatic flair of Elizabeth: The Golden Age.

The 1998 prequel to Elizabeth: The Golden Age, this film introduces Cate Blanchett's portrayal of the young Queen Elizabeth I as she ascends to power. It delves into the early part of her reign, facing political and sexual intrigue. Fans of the sequel will appreciate seeing the origin of Queen Elizabeth's rise.

Centering on the lives of Mary and Anne Boleyn, this movie dives into the intrigue and scandals of King Henry VIII’s court. Fans of Elizabethan drama in Elizabeth: The Golden Age would enjoy the political and romantic maneuverings that influenced the period.

Concentrating on the early years of Queen Victoria's reign and her romance with Prince Albert, this film presents a personal look at another significant queen’s early rule in British history. Admirers of royal drama and intricate character relationships in Elizabeth: The Golden Age will find it engaging.

This historical drama presents a fictional account of the life of Edward de Vere, Earl of Oxford, and suggests he was the true author of William Shakespeare's works. Its portrayal of Elizabethan England will captivate those who love the political and artistic nuances of the period shown in Elizabeth: The Golden Age.