An epic and romantic drama about the power, politics, and passions of the legendary monarch Oscar winner ® Dame Helen Mirren (The Queen) stars as one of the greatest rulers in history, the legendary mother of the Russian Empire. Amid scandal, intrigue and immense conflict, Russian empress Catherine the Great (Helen Mirren) develops a unique and devoted relationship with Grigory Potemkin (Jason Clarke, Windchester) as they overcome their adversaries and serve as the architects of modern-day Russia.
Critic reviews for Catherine The Great
“Catherine the Great reframes her desire as part of her glory – and revels in that glory, without asking too many awkward questions.”
- Variety
“Nothing is subtle about it: not the acting, not the directing by Philip Martin, not the production design, not the costumes.”
- indieWire
“Catherine the Great has a satisfying intricacy throughout, while the beauty and grandeur of its history certainly looks impressive…but it's the courageous truth at the heart of Mirren's performance that sets it apart.”
- The Arts Desk