Sir Walter Raleigh wins Queen Elizabeth's favor and convinces her to support his naval ambitions, while also developing a romantic connection with a young court ward, Beth Throgmorton. However, as he rises to prominence, he must navigate the Queen's growing affections and his own conflicted feelings towards Beth.
The Virgin Queen
Richard Todd plays Sir Walter Raleigh, a determined adventurer who navigates court politics to gain Queen Elizabeth I's approval and secure funding for his perilous journey to the New World.
