Mary Queen of Scots
2018 Film Synopsis & Plot Summary
6.6/10
Rating
124 min
Runtime
2018
Release Year
Josie Rourke
Director
Cast
Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie, Jack Lowden, David Tennant, Guy Pearce
Quick Synopsis
In 1561, Mary Stuart, widow of the King of France, returns to Scotland, reclaims her rightful throne and menaces the future of Queen Elizabeth I as ruler of England, because she has a legitimate claim to the English throne. Betrayals, rebellions, conspiracies and their own life choices imperil both Queens. They experience the bitter cost of power, until their tragic fate is finally fulfilled.
Full Plot Summary of Mary Queen of Scots
In 1561, Mary Stuart, widow of the King of France, returns to Scotland, reclaims her rightful throne and menaces the future of Queen Elizabeth I as ruler of England, because she has a legitimate claim to the English throne. Betrayals, rebellions, conspiracies and their own life choices imperil both Queens. They experience the bitter cost of power, until their tragic fate is finally fulfilled.
