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Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Flora Robson | ... | Queen Elizabeth | |
| Raymond Massey | ... | Philip of Spain | |
| Leslie Banks | ... | Leicester | |
| Laurence Olivier | ... | Michael | |
| Vivien Leigh | ... | Cynthia | |
| Morton Selten | ... | Burleigh | |
| Tamara Desni | ... | Elena | |
| Lyn Harding | ... | Sir Richard | |
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George Thirlwell | ... | Gregory |
| Henry Oscar | ... | Spanish Ambassador | |
| Robert Rendel | ... | Don Miguel (as Robert Rendell) | |
| Robert Newton | ... | Don Pedro | |
| Donald Calthrop | ... | Don Escobal | |
| James Mason | ... | Vane | |
| Charles Carson | ... | Adm. Valdez | |
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Queen Elizabeth is running this show. The men in her court should be thinking about how to add to the glory of the Elizabethan Age and how to foil those pesky Spanish who got far too much influence in England when her older sister Mary was on the throne after their father Henry VIII was succeeded by their sickly half brother. Elizabeth thinks Michael Ingolby can do great things. Michael is mostly thinking about one of Elizabeth's ladies in waiting, Cynthia. Soon his mind is on survival when Elizabeth sends him on a voyage to Spain. Written by Dale O'Connor <daleoc@interaccess.com>
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queen elizabeth i | boat on fire | spanish history | european history | british history |Taglines:
. . . A truly brilliant producer brings you a thrilling tale of love and danger that will live in your memory as long as there is romance in your heart !Certificate:
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Country:
UKLanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
5 March 1937 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Eld över England See more »Filming Locations:
Denham Studios, Denham, Buckinghamshire, England, UKCompany Credits
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Sound Mix:
Mono (Western Electric Sound System Noiseless Wide Range Recording)Color:
Black and WhiteAspect Ratio:
1.37 : 1
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Queen Elizabeth I of England: If you use threats of that kind, I will chase you out of my kingdom.
Spanish Ambassador: But, your grace. You MUST listen.
Queen Elizabeth I of England: Must? Little man, little man, must is NOT a word to use to princes. Our council shall confer with you. Meanwhile, go home and be quiet!
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ITS KING PHILIP RULES BY FORCE AND FEAR
BUT SPANISH TYRANNY IS CHALLENGED BY THE FREE PEOPLE OF A LITTLE ISLAND
ENGLAND
EVERYWHERE ENGLISH TRADERS APPEAR ENGLISH SEAMEN THREATEN SPANISH SUPREMACY
A WOMAN GUIDES AND INSPIRES THEM ELIZABETH THE QUEEN. See more »
(uncredited)
Sixteenth century English ballad by Henry Morley
Sung by Vivien Leigh
Reprised by Laurence Olivier and Tamara Desni
Reprised by Laurence Olivier at the Spanish court
Played as background music often
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Did You Know?
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Vivien Leigh and Sir Laurence Olivier credit this movie as being the inspiration for their falling in love. Although, both were married to other people, they became known as "the lovers" on the set. See more »Goofs
Queen Elizabeth uses a small telescope to check on the progress of her fleet against the Spanish Armada (1588). The telescope was invented in 1608, five years after her death. See more »Quotes
Spanish Ambassador: If your majesty will not hear words, we must come to cannon and see if you will hear them.Queen Elizabeth I of England: If you use threats of that kind, I will chase you out of my kingdom.
Spanish Ambassador: But, your grace. You MUST listen.
Queen Elizabeth I of England: Must? Little man, little man, must is NOT a word to use to princes. Our council shall confer with you. Meanwhile, go home and be quiet!
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Crazy Credits
Opening credits prologue: IN 1587 SPAIN POWERFUL IN THE OLD WORLD MASTER IN THE NEWITS KING PHILIP RULES BY FORCE AND FEAR
BUT SPANISH TYRANNY IS CHALLENGED BY THE FREE PEOPLE OF A LITTLE ISLAND
ENGLAND
EVERYWHERE ENGLISH TRADERS APPEAR ENGLISH SEAMEN THREATEN SPANISH SUPREMACY
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Soundtracks
The Spanish Lady's Love(uncredited)
Sixteenth century English ballad by Henry Morley
Sung by Vivien Leigh
Reprised by Laurence Olivier and Tamara Desni
Reprised by Laurence Olivier at the Spanish court
Played as background music often
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Even considering the 1937 production here, this is a classy effort on every front: acting, sets, script, plot, historical accuracy, etc.
My major reason for seeking out this film was a compilation of the works for the incomparable Vivien Leigh. While she is stunning here, adding her usual vitality to any of her roles, there are many other strengths to admire in "Fire Over England." This is certainly the best of her early works with Laurence Olivier.
The film only runs about 90 minutes but moves quickly with a plot that makes perfect sense. The whole production is quite believable, and Olivier is stronger here than in "That Hamilton Woman." Flora Robson steals the show. Her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I reveals a complex woman with a big heart. She is brilliant, wise, cunning, ruthless, and forgiving all in one package. These terms describe both Robson and the Monarch she played.
Go out and get this one. You will be glad you did.