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Mary Queen of Scots (2018) runs 2 h 4 min, is rated R in the US and averages 6.5 from 1,981 TMDB members. In 1561, Mary Stuart, widow of the King of France, returns to Scotland, reclaims her rightful throne and menaces the future of Queen Elizabeth I as ruler of England, because she has a legitimate claim to the English throne. Betrayals, rebellions, conspiracies and their own life choices imperil both Queens. They experience the bitter cost of power, until their tragic fate is finally fulfilled.

Runtime
2 h 4 min — ends 10:04 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated
R (US)
Genres
Drama, History
Released
December 7, 2018
TMDB rating
6.5 / 10 from 1,981 votes
Director
Josie Rourke
Starring
Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie, Jack Lowden, David Tennant
Language
English
Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama and History reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. Rated R in the US — check who is in the room.

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How long is Mary Queen of Scots?
Mary Queen of Scots is 2 h 4 min long (124 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:04 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is Mary Queen of Scots rated?
Mary Queen of Scots is rated R in the US.
Is Mary Queen of Scots a good movie to watch with a group?
Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama and History reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point. Rated R in the US — check who is in the room.
Where can I stream Mary Queen of Scots?
In the US, as of 2026-11-05: YouTube Free (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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