A Royal Affair (2012)
Kernel Score: 83% · 930 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, History, Romance
Released: 2012-03-29
Runtime: 137 minutes
Where to watch A Royal Affair
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Philo
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A young queen falls in love with her physician, and they start a revolution that changes their nation forever.
A Royal Affair parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated historical drama centers on a queen's affair with her physician amid political upheaval.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — An extramarital affair between the queen and her physician drives the plot.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Alicia Vikander as Caroline Mathilde
- Mads Mikkelsen as Johann Friedrich Struensee
- Mikkel Boe Følsgaard as Christian VII
- Trine Dyrholm as Juliane Marie
- David Dencik as Ove Høegh-Guldberg
- Thomas W. Gabrielsson as Schack Carl Rantzau
- Cyron Melville as Enevold Brandt
- Bent Mejding as J. H. E. Bernstoff
- Harriet Walter as Augusta - Prinsesse af Wales
- Laura Bro as Louise von Plessen
A Royal Affair FAQ
Is A Royal Affair good?
A Royal Affair has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 930 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Royal Affair?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla and Philo and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is A Royal Affair OK for kids?
A Royal Affair is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated historical drama centers on a queen's affair with her physician amid political upheaval.
What movies are like A Royal Affair?
If you liked A Royal Affair, try The Young Victoria, The Duchess, Bajirao Mastani and Maurice.