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Young Bess

5.819531h 52mNRMovieDramaHistoryRomance

The mother died under the executioner's axe; the daughter rose to become England's greatest monarch -- the brilliant and cunning Queen Elizabeth I. Jean Simmons portrays young Bess in this rich tapestry of a film that traces the…

DirectorGeorge Sidney
WritersArthur Wimperis·Jan Lustig
ProducerSidney Franklin

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Cast · Directed by George Sidney

JSJean Simmons
Jean Simmons
Young Bess (Queen Elizabeth I)
SGStewart Granger
Stewart Granger
Thomas Seymour
DKDeborah Kerr
Deborah Kerr
Catherine Parr
CLCharles Laughton
Charles Laughton
King Henry VIII
KWKay Walsh
Kay Walsh
Mrs. Ashley
GRGuy Rolfe
Guy Rolfe
Ned Seymour
KBKathleen Byron
Kathleen Byron
Ann Seymour
CKCecil Kellaway
Cecil Kellaway
Mr. Parry
RTRex Thompson
Rex Thompson
Prince Edward / King Edward VI
LCLeo G. Carroll
Leo G. Carroll
Mr. Mums
NVNorma Varden
Norma Varden
Lady Tyrwhitt
ANAlan Napier
Alan Napier
Robert Tyrwhitt

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Young Bess — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Young Bess?

Young Bess is streaming on HBO Max in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Young Bess on Netflix?

No, Young Bess is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is Young Bess on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Young Bess isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on HBO Max instead.

Where can I watch Young Bess for free?

Young Bess is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Young Bess based on a true story?

Yes — Young Bess is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).