Anne of the Thousand Days
He was King. She was barely 18. And in their thousand days they played out the most passionate and shocking love story in history!
Directed by Charles Jarrott
Produced by Hal Wallis Productions, Universal Pictures
A grand historical romance centered on the passionate but doomed affair between Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, balancing intimate connection with the dark inevitability of her fate.
Henry VIII of England discards his wife, Katharine of Aragon, who has failed to produce a male heir, in favor of the young and beautiful Anne Boleyn.
Clusters
Questions people ask
Is Anne of the Thousand Days sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Anne of the Thousand Days end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is Anne of the Thousand Days scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Anne of the Thousand Days violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Anne of the Thousand Days easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like Anne of the Thousand Days
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Anne of the Thousand Days
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Anne of the Thousand Days, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Anne of the Thousand Days, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Anne of the Thousand Days, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
