Gloriana_
Phyllida Lloyd's acclaimed adaptation for film of the opera that Benjamin Britten wrote for the celebrations of the Queen's coronation in 1953, based on the Opera North revival of a work now recognised to be one of the composer's great achievements. Paul Daniel conducts the English Northern Sinfonia, with a cast inspired by electrifying performances from Josephine Barstow and Tom Randall as Elizabeth I and Essex.
Starring
Josephine Barstow
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Gloriana was released 26 years ago in 2000.
Overview
Phyllida Lloyd's acclaimed adaptation for film of the opera that Benjamin Britten wrote for the celebrations of the Queen's coronation in 1953, based on the ...
CAST (1)
Josephine Barstow
Queen Elizabeth I
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Release
Status
Released
Runtime
138 min (2h 18m)
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What is Gloriana about?
Phyllida Lloyd's acclaimed adaptation for film of the opera that Benjamin Britten wrote for the celebrations of the Queen's coronation in 1953, based on the Opera North revival of a work now recognised to be one of the composer's great achievements. Paul Daniel conducts the English Northern Sinfonia, with a cast inspired by electrifying performances from Josephine Barstow and Tom Randall as Elizabeth I and Essex.
How long is Gloriana?
Gloriana has a runtime of 138 minutes (2h 18m).
Who stars in Gloriana?
The cast of Gloriana includes Josephine Barstow.