Somewhat infamous for the contentious backstage relationship between leads Errol Flynn and Bette Davis, this lush historical drama revolves around Queen Elizabeth I's plan to give up her throne and wed the Earl of Essex. But when the queen (Davis) uncovers a treasonous plot orchestrated by Essex (Flynn), she must reluctantly order his execution. Olivia de Havilland, Donald Crisp, Alan Hale, and Vincent Price also star in director Michael Curtiz’s adaptation of Maxwell Anderson’s play. AKA: "Elizabeth and Essex," "Elizabeth the Queen." 106 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French.