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starring: Glenda Jackson, Ronald Hines, Robert Hardy, John Ruddock, Ian Barrittdirected by: Donald McWhinnie, Richard Martin (IV), Roderick Graham
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9780790755489
Format: Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, Original recording reissued, NTSC
ISBN: 0790755483
Label: BBC Warner
Manufacturer: BBC Warner
Number Of Items: 6
Publisher: BBC Warner
Release Date: October 16, 2001
Running Time: 540 minutes
Sales Rank: 21368
Studio: BBC Warner
Theatrical Release Date: February 13, 1972
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Editorial Review:
Amazon.com essential video:
Glenda Jackson is majestic in the six-video miniseries from the BBC, Elizabeth R. Covering the entire reign of Elizabeth I, from her struggles with her half-sister Mary just before being crowned as queen to her death in 1603, the series profiles the life of the Virgin Queen in detail--and with historical accuracy--not possible in the as beautiful, but much shorter, theatrical release, Elizabeth. Religious conflicts, her struggle over the execution of her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots, battles with Spain, court politics, and of course her flirtations with Robert Dudley (portrayed as an almost-comical fop by Robert Hardy) and her decision to remain unmarried are just some of the highlights of this magnificently costumed and finely acted piece. Jackson skillfully captures the capricious moods and incredible intellect of the queen who defied the pope and the conventions of the time as a strong-willed woman, and characters from textbooks--Sir Francis Bacon, Sir Walter Raleigh, King Phillip II--come vividly to life. Elizabeth R (and for those not in the know, the 'R' is for 'Regina') is a splendid melding of history and entertainment, and as thorough as this series is, you will still long for more. --Jenny Brown
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - The Standard for Queenship
The "Elizabeth R." series was completed well before my time (in fact, my mother was just in her second year of college when it came out!), but I've always enjoyed a good Elizabethan drama, so I figured this would be a wonderful addition to my collection.
Having completed all 6 episodes, I can say without equivocation that Glenda Jackson's 'Good Queen Bess' is THE standard to which all others will be compared. I truly thought Helen Mirren's light and shade performance in HBO's "Elizabeth" ... Read More
Rating: - "Good Sir, if you value your life, go not to the first man, but to the first woman in this kingdom."
Glenda Jackson gives the performance of her life as the Virgin Queen. Far superior than any big screen treatment devoted to the life of Elizabeth I, this excellent British mini-series is at once historically accurate and highly entertaining. Costumes are spectacular and sets authentic-looking, but it is the superb writing (much of it culled from the historical record) and inspired acting that conspire to bring the past vividly to life. The Tudor Court supplies an endless stream of plot-twists: factions, ... Read More
Rating: - Great Show
First show I remember of Elizabeth I. Captured my interest as a child. I know it seems "old" compared to whats out today, but it is a great production.
Rating: - Elizabeth R for a generation
Glenda Jackson brilliantly captures the emotional maelstrom which drove Elizabeth I. The production is typical BBC--great sets and costumes. The production shows its age in technical aspects, particularly lighting, but the core is the insight to the characters' personalities which the writers hand to an excellent cast of actors. As Bette Davis was for a previous generation, Glenda Jackson is the Elizabeth of hers in a brilliant triumph of acting. Additional materials include an extensive interview with Ms. ... Read More
Rating:  - long and boring
it is loooooong and boring. which is probably closer to the truth of the situation--like not every day of life is filled with exciting experiences. But it was like watching an Mary Hartman. the acting really bad and so are the props. Maybe for real info it might be ok but for entertainment. well......
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