The Favourite Apr 2026

Imagine a costume drama, then strip away the politeness and add a lot of rabbits, raw beef, and duck racing. Directed by , this film reimagines the reign of Queen Anne as a vicious, hilarious power struggle between two cousins.

: No beauty makeup was used on set. Lanthimos relied on natural sunlight and candlelight to create a raw, grounded feel that exposes every flicker of emotion. The Favourite

: Olivia Colman (Queen Anne), Rachel Weisz (Lady Sarah), and Emma Stone (Abigail Masham) deliver career-best performances. Imagine a costume drama, then strip away the