‘Queen Cleopatra’ on Netflix gets a dismal 2% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Controversial “Queen Cleopatra” Docuseries Receives Shockingly Low Ratings

Netflix’s highly anticipated docuseries “Queen Cleopatra” has received a dismal 2% audience score and 11% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes, sparking controversy and disappointment among viewers.

Viewer Reviews

• “Slow and dreadful” – One viewer gave the show a chance but found the story lacking and the acting mediocre.
• “Inaccurate and disappointing” – Another commenter criticized the show’s inaccuracies and failure to understand Egyptian culture and history.

Critic Reviews

Critics were equally unimpressed with the show, with one reviewer from the Daily Telegraph stating that it was “too soapy for serious history fans, and not enough of a soap for viewers who like juicy historical dramas.”

Controversy Over Casting

The controversy surrounding “Queen Cleopatra” began with the casting of actress Adele James, who is mixed race, to play the main role. Many Egyptians were outraged by this decision, as they believe the real Cleopatra had lighter skin.

Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities even released a statement condemning the show, claiming that it didn’t accurately reflect history. In response, the ministry announced that it will produce its own Cleopatra documentary featuring a lighter-skinned version of the historical queen.

Director Tina Gharavi defended the casting decision, stating that it was a political act to have a black actress portray Cleopatra. “Why do some people need Cleopatra to be white?” she asked. “Her proximity to whiteness seems to give her value, and for some Egyptians it seems to really matter.”

Despite the controversy and low ratings, “Queen Cleopatra” remains available for streaming on Netflix.

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