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Queen Margot (1996): Cast

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Queen Margot is a 1996 drama directed by Aleksandr Muratov, starring Mikhail Efremov, Armen Dzhigarkhanyan and Vsevolod Larionov.

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Queen Margot (1996) movie poster
Genre
Drama
Original language
Russian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Queen Margot About?

The premise of Queen Margot without spoilers.

Set in 16th‑century France amid the bitter war between Catholics and Huguenots, the film follows the waning Valois dynasty as royal intrigue consumes court life. Schemes, assassinations and shifting alliances swirl around the family and their confidants, while passionate love affairs intertwine with the political machinations, shaping events that will echo through history.

Queen Margot Themes & Keywords

· 19 tags
  • 16th century
  • france
  • european wars of religion
  • palace
  • french king
  • royalty
  • st barthelemy massacre
  • poison
  • catholicism vs protestantism
  • louvre museum paris
  • conspiracy
  • year 1572
+7 more
  • medieval times
  • historical event
  • 1500s
  • religion
  • love
  • friendship
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

Queen Margot Cast & Characters

Mikhail Efremov leads the cast, with Armen Dzhigarkhanyan and Vsevolod Larionov. Directed by Aleksandr Muratov; 20 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Aleksandr Muratov

More films directed by Aleksandr Muratov: His Nickname Is Beast, The Criminal Quartet and Moonsund.

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Details

Queen Margot Also Known As

Also known as “La Reine Margot”.

Also known as
  • La Reine Margot

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FAQ

Queen Margot FAQ: Cast, Director & Post-Credit Scene

Director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Queen Margot, each answered in a sentence.

Who directed Queen Margot?

Queen Margot was directed by Aleksandr Muratov.

More films by Aleksandr Muratov

Who is in the cast of Queen Margot?

Queen Margot stars Mikhail Efremov, Armen Dzhigarkhanyan and Vsevolod Larionov, among 20 credited actors.

Does Queen Margot have a post-credit scene?

No. Queen Margot has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Queen Margot in?

The original language of Queen Margot is Russian.

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