ACADEMY AWARD® NOMINEES SAOIRSE RONAN AND MARGOT ROBBIE
DELIVER ROYAL PERFORMANCES IN THE EPIC HISTORIAL DRAMA
MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS
“MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS BREATHES FEMINIST FIRE INTO HISTORY”
– PETER TRAVERS, ROLLING STONE
AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL FEBRUARY 19, 2019
AND ON 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAY™ AND DVD FEBRUARY 26, 2019
FROM UNIVERSAL PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Universal City, California, January 17, 2019 – Two powerful Queens battle for one throne in the riveting and extraordinary drama based on a true story, Mary Queen of Scots, arriving on Digital and the digital movie app MOVIES ANYWHERE on February 19, 2018 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand on February 26, 2019, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. A chronicle of two strong woman pitted against each other in an age of male dominance, the 16th century tale showcases “bold performances” (Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press) from Academy Award® nominees Saoirse Ronan (Lady Bird) and Margot Robbie (I, Tonya) in their roles as Mary I of Scotland and Elizabeth I of England. Filled with manipulation, betrayal and deceit from start to finish, Mary Queen of Scots also features an outstanding supporting cast including Guy Pearce (The King’s Speech), Jack Lowden (Dunkirk), Joe Alwyn (Boy Erased) and David Tennant (“Doctor Who”).
Mary Queen of Scots explores the turbulent life of the charismatic Mary Stuart (Ronan). Queen of France at 16, widowed at 18, Mary defies pressure to remarry and instead returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. By birth, she also has a rival claim to the throne of Elizabeth I (Robbie), who rules as the Queen of England. Determined to rule as much more than a figurehead, Mary asserts her claim to the English throne, threatening Elizabeth’s sovereignty. Rivals in power and love, the two Queens make very difficult choices about marriage and children. Betrayal, rebellion and conspiracies within each court imperil both Queens-driving them apart, as each women experiences the bitter cost of power.
Hailed by critics as “cleverly entertaining” (Stephanie Zacharek, Time), Mary Queen of Scots on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital comes packed with captivating bonus features including a fascinating and compelling commentary by actors and filmmakers as well as exclusive featurettes that will take viewers on a beautiful behind-the-scenes journey into the making of this remarkable film.
4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD & DIGITAL BONUS FEATURES:
- An Epic Confrontation– A deeper look at the film’s most significant scene and how the two actresses prepared for their characters first encounters.
- Something About Marys – A behind the scenes look at how the Marys’ onset chemistry was formed and how it created a bond between the entire cast and crew.
- Tudor Feminism – An exploration of how Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth ruled in a time when men called the shots.
- Feature Commentary with Director Josie Rourke and Composer Max Richter
Mary Queen of Scots will be available on 4K Ultra HD in a combo pack which includes 4K Ultra HD Blu-rayTM, Blu-rayTM and Digital. The 4K Ultra HD disc will include the same bonus features as the Blu-rayTM version, all in stunning 4K resolution.
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FILMMAKERS:
Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie, Jack Lowden, Joe Alwyn, David Tennant, Guy Pearce
Music By: Max Richter
Costume Designer: Alexandra Byrne
Editor: Chris Dickens
Production Designer: James Merifield
Cinematographer: John Mathieson, BSC
Co-Producer: Jane Robertson
Executive Producers: Amelia Granger, Liza Chasin
Produced By: Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Debra Hayward
Screenplay By: Beau Willimon
Directed By: Josie Rourke
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY™:
Street Date: February 26, 2019
Selection Number: 62202253/62202254 (CDN)
Layers: BD-100
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
Rating: R for some violence and sexuality
Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish and French Subtitles
Sound: English Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital 2.0, French Dolby Digital Plus 7.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1
Run Time: 2 hours 3 minutes
TECHNICAL INFORMATION BLU-RAY™:
Street Date: February 26, 2019
Selection Number: 62198731/ 62198728 (CDN)
Layers: BD-50
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
Rating: R for some violence and sexuality
Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish and French Subtitles
Sound: English Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital 2.0, French Dolby Digital Plus 7.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1
Run Time: 2 hours 3 minutes
TECHNICAL INFORMATION DVD:
Street Date: February 26, 2019
Selection Number: 62198733/ 62198729(CDN)
Layers: DVD 9
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
Rating: PG-13 for thematic content, language including racial epithets, smoking, some violence and suggestive material
Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish and French Subtitles
Sound: English Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Digital 2.0, French and Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1
Run Time: 2 hours 3 minutes
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