Best Period Drama

Greta Gerwig's 2019 adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's *Little Women* offers a fresh and insightful perspective on the classic novel. The film's non-linear narrative structure and focus on the sisters...

Ian McEwans 'Atonement' is a brilliant exploration of guilt, perspective, and the power of storytelling. The story begins in 1935, when a young girls misunderstanding leads to a tragic accusation that...

Peaky Blinders is a stylish, gritty gangster drama set in post-WWI Birmingham, England. It follows the Shelby crime family as they expand their influence and navigate the dangerous world of organized...

The Mad Men pilot immerses viewers in the stylish and morally ambiguous world of 1960s advertising. It introduces Don Draper, a enigmatic and troubled advertising executive, and explores the themes of...

Set in 19th-century San Francisco, Warrior follows Ah Sahm, a martial arts prodigy who emigrates from China to become a hatchet man for one of Chinatown's most powerful tongs. Based on original writin...

Bridgerton reimagines Regency-era London through a modern, vibrant lens. Each season focuses on a different sibling of the Bridgerton family as they navigate the competitive marriage market. With its...

Lagaan is a period sports drama set in rural India during British rule. The film tells the story of a village that challenges British officers to a cricket match to avoid paying taxes. Its unique blen...

The Terror: Infamy, a historical horror anthology series, is based on a fictionalized account of the Japanese internment during World War II, interwoven with Japanese folklore and a terrifying Yokai c...

Yorgos Lanthimos brings his signature surrealist wit to this biting, darkly comedic period piece about the court of Queen Anne. The film is a power struggle between two cousins vying for the Queens fa...

Milo Formans lavish, energetic adaptation of the stage play explores the fictionalized rivalry between Antonio Salieri and the genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Told through the eyes of a bitter, aging...

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is a critically acclaimed comedy-drama set in 1950s New York City. The series follows Miriam Midge Maisel, a housewife who discovers a talent for stand-up comedy. Key feature...

Crimson Peak (2015) is a visually stunning gothic horror film that tells the story of a young woman who marries a mysterious baronet and moves into his decaying ancestral home. Del Toros film is a lav...

Adapted from Anne Rice's iconic novel, this film explores the life of Louis de Pointe du Lac as he recounts his centuries-long existence to a modern-day interviewer. It is a lavish, gothic period piec...

Set in 18th-century Cornwall, Poldark follows Ross Poldark as he returns from the American Revolutionary War to find his home in ruins and his love engaged to his cousin. The series is a sweeping hist...

Based on the Alexandre Dumas classic, this film tells the story of Edmond Dantès, a man betrayed by his best friend and wrongfully imprisoned for years. After escaping, he discovers a hidden treasure...

Based on the real-life 1983 Brink's-Mat robbery, The Gold explores the aftermath of a massive gold heist that changed British criminal history. Unlike traditional heist shows that focus on the 'job,'...

Céline Sciammas French period drama is a breathtaking study of the female gaze and the fleeting nature of love. Set on an isolated island in 18th-century Brittany, the film follows a painter commissio...

John Hillcoats 'The Proposition' is a brutal and unflinching Australian Western based on a short story by Bruce Pascoe. Set in the harsh outback, the film follows a ruthless bounty hunter who is force...

Francis Ford Coppola's lavish adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel is a visually stunning and operatic take on the classic vampire tale. Gary Oldman delivers a memorable performance as Count Dracula, sho...

While not a traditional cyberpunk show, Halt and Catch Fire captures the spirit of the early digital revolution that birthed the cyberpunk genre. It follows the personal and professional lives of a gr...

From the creator of Downton Abbey, The Gilded Age is an opulent period drama set in 1880s New York City. It follows the clash between 'old money' and 'new money' as the city undergoes rapid social and...

Mad Men's finale, 'Person in World,' is a masterclass in subtle storytelling and character development. The episode eschews dramatic plot twists in favor of a quiet and contemplative exploration of Do...

Rebecca Hall is a talented actress known for her intelligent and nuanced performances in both film and television. Her roles in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona,' 'The Prestige,' and 'The Newsroom' demonstra...

Set in Victorian London, this film follows two rival magicians whose obsession with creating the ultimate illusion leads to a lifelong battle of sabotage and deception. The film is structured like a m...

Healer, a 2014 drama, combines action, mystery, and romance as a skilled mercenary takes on a dangerous assignment linked to a past tragedy. The dramas strength lies in its fast-paced action sequences...

Mr. Sunshine (2018) is a sweeping historical drama set in the late 1890s, depicting a Korean boy who escapes to America and returns as a U.S. Marine officer. The drama masterfully blends romance, poli...

Joe Wright's adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant portrayal of love and societal expectations. Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen deliver captiv...

Joe Wright's 2005 adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel is a visually stunning and emotionally engaging romantic drama. Keira Knightley shines as Elizabeth Bennet, and the film's sweeping score an...

Maigret is a French crime drama series based on the novels of Georges Simenon, featuring the iconic detective Jules Maigret. The series is known for its atmospheric portrayal of 1950s Paris, its metic...