Best Drama Movies of 1934

The highest-rated drama films from 1934, ranked by MovieMagicScore based on authentic viewer ratings.

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L'Atalante

1934

Newly married couple Juliette and ship captain Jean struggle through marriage as they travel on the L'Atalante along with the captain's first mate and a cabin boy.

7.5

The Scarlet Empress

1934

During the 18th century, German noblewoman Sophia Frederica, who would later become Catherine the Great, travels to Moscow to marry the dimwitted Grand Duke Peter, the heir to the Russian throne. Their arranged marriage proves to be loveless, and Catherine takes many lovers, including the handsome Count Alexei, and bears a son. When the unstable Peter eventually ascends to the throne, Catherine plots to oust him from power.

6.8

Queen Christina

1934

Popular monarch Queen Christina of Sweden must choose between love and loyalty to her nation when she unexpectedly falls for a Spanish envoy.

6.8

Of Human Bondage

1934

A young man finds himself attracted to a cold and unfeeling waitress who may ultimately destroy them both.

6.5

Best Drama Movies of 1934

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