Cultural depictions of Elizabeth I

Elizabeth I of England has inspired artistic and cultural works for over four centuries.

The following lists cover various media, enduring works of high art, and recent representations in popular culture, film and fiction.

The entries represent portrayals that a reader has a reasonable chance of encountering rather than a complete catalogue.

There have been numerous notable portrayals of Queen Elizabeth in a variety of art forms, and she is the most filmed British monarch.

[1][2] George MacDonald Fraser wrote "no historic figure has been represented more honestly in the cinema, or better served by her players".