Saraband for Dead Lovers
"A Romance that rocked the Thrones of Kings."
Originally released in 1948. Saraband for Dead Lovers is a romance/history film. directed by Basil Dearden.
Starring Stewart Granger, Joan Greenwood, and Flora Robson
Synopsis
Sophie Dorothea is a young woman forced into a loveless marriage with Prince George Louis of Hanover. George Louis is later crowned King George I of England. Despairing of ever experiencing true love, the depressed queen finds life at court no solace. Sophie then falls for a dashing Swedish soldier of fortune, Count Konigsmark.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (21 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Stewart Granger
as Count Philip Konigsmark
Joan Greenwood
as Sophie Dorothea
Flora Robson
as Countess Clara Platen
Françoise Rosay
as The Electress Sophia
Frederick Valk
as The Elector Ernest Augustus
Peter Bull
as Prince George Louis
Michael Gough
as Prince Charles
Megs Jenkins
as Frau Busche
Jill Balcon
as Knesbeck
David Horne
as Duke George William
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ealing Studios
- J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saraband for Dead Lovers about?
Sophie Dorothea is a young woman forced into a loveless marriage with Prince George Louis of Hanover. George Louis is later crowned King George I of England. Despairing of ever experiencing true lo...
Who directed Saraband for Dead Lovers?
Saraband for Dead Lovers was directed by Basil Dearden.
How long is Saraband for Dead Lovers?
Saraband for Dead Lovers has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Saraband for Dead Lovers released?
Saraband for Dead Lovers was released on October 4, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Saraband for Dead Lovers?
The main cast of Saraband for Dead Lovers includes Stewart Granger, Joan Greenwood, Flora Robson, Françoise Rosay, Frederick Valk.