Stage Beauty
- Comedy
- Romance
Humble Maria, who outfits top London theater star Ned Kynaston, takes none of the credit for the male actor's success at playing women. And because this is the 17th century, Maria, like other females, is prohibited from pursuing her dream of acting. But when powerful people support her, King Charles II lifts the ban on female stage performers. And just as Maria aided Ned, she needs his help to learn her new profession.
Stage Beauty is a 2004 comedy-romance film set in 17th-century London, where a talented costume designer named Maria fights against theatrical tradition to become an actress. After King Charles II lifts the ban on female performers, Maria must learn to navigate the stage with help from the male star whose success she secretly engineered. The film explores ambition, collaboration, and romance against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in theater history.
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Claire DanesMaria
Billy CrudupNed Kynaston
Derek HutchinsonStage Manager
Mark LetherenMale Emelia/Dickie
Tom WilkinsonBetterton
Ben ChaplinGeorge Villiars, Duke of Buckingham
Hugh BonnevilleSamuel Pepys
Fenella WoolgarLady Meresvale
Richard GriffithsSir Charles Sedley
Clare HigginsMistress Revels
Rupert EverettKing Charles II
Tom HollanderSir Peter Lely
Edward FoxSir Edward Hyde- Jack KemptonCall Boy
David WestheadHarry
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When was Stage Beauty released?
Stage Beauty was released on September 3, 2004.
What is Stage Beauty about?
The film follows Maria, a costume designer for a famous London theater actor named Ned Kynaston, who secretly contributes to his success playing female roles. When King Charles II permits women to perform on stage, Maria pursues her dream of acting and seeks Ned's guidance to master the craft.
What genres does Stage Beauty fall into?
Stage Beauty is a comedy-romance film that blends humor with romantic elements as Maria and Ned's relationship evolves.
Where can I watch Stage Beauty?
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