In 1588, relations between Spain and England are at the breaking point. With the support of Queen Elizabeth I, British sea raiders such as Sir Francis Drake regularly capture Spanish merchantmen, bringing gold from the New World.

Flora Robsonas Queen Elizabeth I of England
Raymond Masseyas King Philip II of Spain
Leslie Banksas The Earl of Leicester
Laurence Olivieras Michael Ingolby
Vivien Leighas Cynthia
Morton Seltenas Lord Burleigh
Tamara Desnias Elena
Lyn Hardingas Sir Richard Ingolby
Henry Oscaras Spanish Ambassador
James Wong Howe