Nell Gwyn (1934)

Name: Nell Gwyn
Genre: History
Released: 1934
Duration: 85 min
Cast: Anna Neagle, Cedric Hardwicke, Moore Marriott, Jeanne De Casalis, Muriel George

1h 25m United Kingdom

History

Plot

King Charles II encounters the spirited Nell Gwyn during her performance at Drury Lane, instantly captivated by her charm. As their relationship deepens, he finds her lively wit far more appealing than the refined demeanor of the French Duchess of Portsmouth. Nell emerges as the King’s devoted confidante, often challenging the Duchess’s status. However, despite the King's affections, Nell struggles to gain acceptance among the elite of the court, highlighting the complexities of love and social hierarchy in a world where she remains an outsider.

Cast

Anna Neagle Cedric Hardwicke Moore Marriott Jeanne De Casalis Muriel George Helena Pickard Dorothy Robinson Esme Percy Miles Malleson Craighall Sherry Lawrence Anderson Laurence Baskcomb O.B. Clarence Roland Culver Toni Edgar-Bruce