

Humble Maria, who outfits top London theater star Ned Kynaston, takes none of the credit for the male actor's success at playing women. And because this is the 17th century, Maria, like other females, is prohibited from pursuing her dream of acting. But when powerful people support her, King Charles II lifts the ban on female stage performers. And just as Maria aided Ned, she needs his help to learn her new profession.

Maria

Ned Kynaston

Stage Manager

Male Emelia/Dickie

Betterton

George Villiars, Duke of Buckingham

Samuel Pepys

Lady Meresvale

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Humble Maria, who outfits top London theater star Ned Kynaston, takes none of the credit for the male actor's success at playing women. And because this is the 17th century, Maria, like other females, is prohibited from pursuing her dream of acting. But when powerful people support her, King Charles II lifts the ban on female stage performers. And just as Maria aided Ned, she needs his help to learn her new profession.

Movie / 1958

Movie / 2020

Movie / 1953

Movie / 2011

Movie / 2025

Movie / 2001

Movie / 2025

Movie / 2015

Movie / 2020

Movie / 1967

Movie / 1945

Movie / 2008

Movie / 1972

Movie / 2003

Movie / 1982

Movie / 1952

Movie / 1954

Movie / 1998

Movie / 2006

Movie / 2016