The Favourite is a historical comedy-drama film directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Olivia Colman portrays Queen Anne, the ruler of Great Britain in the early 18th century. The film follows the power struggle between two cousins, played by Rachel Weisz and Emma Stone, as they compete for the Queen's favor. Olivia Colman's performance in The Favourite earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Actress.