Movie Description

Fire Over England

(1937)

Overview

The film is a historical drama set during the reign of Elizabeth I (Flora Robson), focusing on the English defeat of the Spanish Armada, whence the title. In 1588, relations between Spain and England are at the breaking point. With the support of Queen Elizabeth I, British sea raiders such as Sir Francis Drake regularly capture Spanish merchantmen bringing gold from the New World.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleFire Over England

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1937-03-05

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 32m

Production CompaniesLondon Films Productions

Genres

  • History
  • Drama
  • Romance