The Dictator
Synopsis
The film depicts a dramatic episode in Danish history: the tumultous relationship between King Christian VII of Denmark and his English consort Caroline Matilda in Eighteenth century Copenhagen and the Queen's tragic affair with the royal physician and liberal reformer Johann Friedrich Struensee.
Top Cast
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Clive Brook
Dr. Struensee
Madeleine Carroll
Queen Caroline Matilde of Danmark
Emlyn Williams
King Christian VII of Danmark
Helen Haye
Queen Mother Juliana
Frank Cellier
Sir Murray Keith
Isabel Jeans
Von Eyben
Alfred Drayton
Count Brandt
Nicholas Hannen
Prime Minister Guldberg of Denmark
Ruby Miller
Madame Hilda
Heather Thatcher
Lady of the Court
James Carew
Mitchelson-Hill
Romilly Lunge
Hilda Campbell-Russell
Lady of the Court (uncredited)
Fryda Gagne
Minor Role (uncredited)
Sally Gray
Minor Role (uncredited)
Norma Whalley
Minor Role (uncredited)
Gibb McLaughlin
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 31, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Victor Saville
- Screenplay & Story
- Benn W. Levy, Jan Lustig, Hans Wilhelm, M. Logan
- Original Score
- Karol Rathaus
- Original Title
- The Dictator
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Associated British Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Victor Saville
Benn W. Levy, Jan Lustig, Hans Wilhelm, M. Logan
Karol Rathaus
Franz Planer
Paul Weatherwax
Curtis Bernhardt, Ludovico Toeplitz
Department Leadership Roster
Victor Saville
Director
Benn W. Levy
Writer
Jan Lustig
Writer
Hans Wilhelm
Writer
Curtis Bernhardt
Producer
Ludovico Toeplitz
Producer
Franz Planer
Director of Photography
Paul Weatherwax
Editor
Joe Strassner
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Dictator.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dictator
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Dictator about?
The film depicts a dramatic episode in Danish history: the tumultous relationship between King Christian VII of Denmark and his English consort Caroline Matilda in Eighteenth century Copenhagen and the Queen's tragic affair with the royal physician and liberal reformer Johann Friedrich Struensee.
Who directed The Dictator?
The Dictator was directed by Victor Saville.
Who stars in The Dictator?
The principal cast of The Dictator includes Clive Brook, Madeleine Carroll, Emlyn Williams, Helen Haye, Frank Cellier.
When was The Dictator released and how long is it?
The Dictator was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Dictator?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dictator was composed by Karol Rathaus.