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1. The King (I) (2019)
R | 140 min | Biography, Drama, History
Young Henry V encounters deceit, war and treachery after becoming King of England in the 15th century, in the aftermath of his brother's death.
Director: David Michôd | Stars: Tom Glynn-Carney, Gábor Czap, Tom Fisher, Edward Ashley
Votes: 154,078
2. The Green Knight (2021)
R | 130 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
A fantasy retelling of the medieval story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.
Director: David Lowery | Stars: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander, Joel Edgerton, Sarita Choudhury
Votes: 118,896
3. Robin Hood (2010)
PG-13 | 140 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
In twelfth-century England, Robin Longstride and his band of marauders confront corruption in a local village and lead an uprising against the crown that will forever alter the balance of world power.
Director: Ridley Scott | Stars: Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett, Matthew Macfadyen, Max von Sydow
Votes: 284,009 | Gross: $105.27M
4. The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die (2023)
TV-MA | 111 min | Action, Drama, History
In the wake of King Edward's death, Uhtred of Bebbanburg and his comrades adventure across a fractured kingdom in the hopes of uniting England at last.
Director: Edward Bazalgette | Stars: Mark Rowley, Pekka Strang, Zoltan Andrasi, Ingrid García Jonsson
Votes: 36,124
5. In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale (2007)
PG-13 | 127 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A man named Farmer sets out to rescue his kidnapped wife and avenge the death of his son, two acts committed by the Krugs, a race of animal-warriors who are controlled by the evil Gallian.
Director: Uwe Boll | Stars: Jason Statham, Ron Perlman, Ray Liotta, Leelee Sobieski
Votes: 51,248 | Gross: $4.54M
6. The Vikings (1958)
Not Rated | 116 min | Action, Adventure, History
A slave and a Viking prince fight for the love of a captive princess.
Director: Richard Fleischer | Stars: Kirk Douglas, Tony Curtis, Ernest Borgnine, Janet Leigh
Votes: 15,792 | Gross: $7.00M
7. Ophelia (I) (2018)
PG-13 | 106 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
A reimagining of Hamlet, told from Ophelia's perspective.
Director: Claire McCarthy | Stars: Daisy Ridley, Mia Quiney, Calum O'Rourke, Nathaniel Parker
Votes: 13,165 | Gross: $0.05M
8. Kull the Conqueror (1997)
PG-13 | 95 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
A barbarian warrior becomes a king when he defeats a king in armed combat and the king's heir conspire to overthrow him and reclaim the throne by resurrecting an evil sorceress.
Director: John Nicolella | Stars: Kevin Sorbo, Tia Carrere, Thomas Ian Griffith, Litefoot
Votes: 8,799 | Gross: $6.09M
9. Six Flying Dragons (2015–2016)
Action, Drama, History
Story of the the foundation of the Joseon Dynasty in Korea and ambition, success and fall of several real and fictional characters.
Stars: Kim Hyun-bin, Yoo Ah-in, Byun Yo-han, Kim Myung-min
Votes: 1,218
10. Ex Drummer (2007)
Not Rated | 100 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Three handicapped losers who form a band ask famous writer Dries to be their drummer. He joins the band and starts manipulating them.
Director: Koen Mortier | Stars: Dries Vanhegen, Norman Baert, Gunter Lamoot, Sam Louwyck
Votes: 11,007
11. The Last King (2003)
TV-14 | 188 min | Biography, Drama, History
The chronicle of Charles II's time on the throne, his ten-year exile from Oliver Cromwell's England, and his triumphant return.
Stars: Rufus Sewell, Rupert Graves, Charlie Creed-Miles, Christian Coulson
Votes: 1,822
12. The Last Queen (2022)
110 min | Adventure, Drama, History
Insipired in the legendary Princess Zaphira, wife of the last King of Algiers Salim Toumi, and his fight to defend her community from pirate Barbarossa.
Directors: Adila Bendimerad, Damien Ounouri | Stars: Adila Bendimerad, Dali Benssalah, Mohamed Tahar Zaoui, Imen Nouel
Votes: 1,193
13. The Lovers (I) (2015)
R | 109 min | Action, Adventure, Romance
An epic, sweeping and riveting tale of an impossible love set across two time periods and continents.
Director: Roland Joffé | Stars: Josh Hartnett, Bipasha Basu, Tamsin Egerton, James Mackay
Votes: 3,436
14. Sherlock Holmes: Incident at Victoria Falls (1992 TV Movie)
PG | 188 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama
King Edward asks Sherlock Holmes to perform one more task before his retirement: to safeguard the Star of Africa on a trip to Cape Town. Soon the fabled jewel is stolen and several people end up being murdered.
Director: Bill Corcoran | Stars: Christopher Lee, Patrick Macnee, Jenny Seagrove, Joss Ackland
Votes: 697
15. The Story of Vickie (1954)
108 min | Biography, Drama, Romance
England, the 19th century. Young Victoria is crowned to be the queen of England. She aims to do her best in order to help her country prosper. However, the family and her trustful advisor, ... See full summary »
Director: Ernst Marischka | Stars: Romy Schneider, Adrian Hoven, Magda Schneider, Karl Ludwig Diehl
Votes: 1,109
16. William the Conqueror (2014 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 54 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
Blending drama with the explanations of passionate historians and specialists, this enriched historical reconstruction traces 60 years in the life a man who transformed the Middle Ages and ... See full summary »
Director: Frédéric Compain | Stars: Vincent Deniard, Eric Challier, Géraldine Martineau, Tercelin Kirtley
Votes: 182
17. The Great Seer (2012–2013)
Action, History, Romance
The story set in the late Goryeo Dynasty in which a group of Feng Shui advisers to the government authorities help the hero Lee Sung Gye become the first king of the Joseon Dynasty.
Stars: Choi Tae-joon, Jo Han-chul, Lee Seung-yun, Ahn Kil-kang
Votes: 89
18. Henry VII: Winter King (2013 TV Movie)
PG-13 | 59 min | History
Author Thomas Penn takes an extraordinary journey into the dark and chilling world of the first Tudor King, Henry VII. From his victory over Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, to his ... See full summary »
Directors: Giulia Clark, Stuart Elliott | Stars: Thomas Penn, Barry Cook, Shawn Cunningham
Votes: 197
19. Godunov (2018– )
52 min | Drama, History
The mysterious death of the rightful heir ends the rule of the ancient dynasty, leading to a power struggle. The mystery of Godunov's rise to power, deceitful conspiracies, and destruction of his family are unveiled in this major saga.
Stars: Sergey Bezrukov, Sergey Makovetskiy, Svetlana Khodchenkova, Anna Mikhalkova
Votes: 301
20. The Prime Minister (1941)
Approved | 94 min | Biography, Drama, History
A biopic of the legendary Benjamin Disraeli, his rise from a foppish young novelist to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and confidante of Queen Victoria.
Director: Thorold Dickinson | Stars: John Gielgud, Diana Wynyard, Will Fyffe, Owen Nares
Votes: 304
21. Story of Queen Elizabeth II (2002)
108 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Queen Elizabeth has witnessed some of the most radical changes in British society's long history, but still remains a much-loved and respected monarch with an incredible story to tell, as ... See full summary »
Director: Mont Tombleson | Stars: Jennie Bond, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, King George VI
Votes: 7
22. A Crimson Mark (2004)
Unrated | 13 min | Short, Drama, Romance
A secret relationship between two Korean government employees is complicated by the difference in the men's ranks.
Director: Hyun-Jin Park | Stars: Dong-gyu Lee, Dae-suk Oh
Votes: 90
23. Nekrologji (1994)
Drama
Shot in 1993 just after the fall of the regime, it represents the understanding of the director at this time with the knowledge of over 60 years separation from the world. The film draws parallels to the life of Enver Hoxha's wife.
Director: Fatmir Koçi | Stars: Raimonda Bulku, Sejfulla Myftari, Enver Petrovci, Gulielm Radoja
Votes: 11
24. Das Schweigen am Starnbergersee (1920)
82 min | Biography
The fateful last days in the life of King Ludwig II of Bavaria.
Director: Rolf Raffé | Stars: Oskar Bayrer, Ferdinand Bonn, Karl Guttenberger, Anton Herrmann
Votes: 22
25.
Once Upon a Time... Man (1978–1981)
Episode:
Les premiers empires
(1978)
TV-PG | 25 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama
On the empires of Babylon, Assyria, Persia, and others from about BC 2000 to BC 323.
Director: Albert Barillé | Stars: Annie Balestra, Albert Barillé, Yves Barsacq, Claude Bertrand
Votes: 83
26.
Lillie (1978)
Episode:
Fifty Cents a Dance
(1978)
53 min | Adventure, Biography, Drama
Lillie grieves over Bertie's death. Jeanne still holds the past against Lillie and refuses to see her. Prince Louis asks Jeanne to forgive him and Lillie. In New York, Lillie patronizes a ... See full summary »
Director: John Gorrie | Stars: Francesca Annis, John Castle, Ann Firbank, James Warwick
Votes: 24
27.
Heirs to the Land (2022)
Episode:
Destino
(2022)
TV-MA | Drama
Arnau and Mar worry about their safety should a new king take the throne. A tragedy separates Hugo from his family, and he takes on an apprenticeship.
Director: Jordi Frades | Stars: David Solans, Michelle Jenner, Anna Moliner, Bruna Cusí
Votes: 77
28.
Heirs to the Land (2022)
Episode:
Esclavos
(2022)
TV-MA | Drama
With Hugo in custody, Regina begs for his release. However, her love for him is a double-edged sword and comes with its own set of consequences.
Director: Jordi Frades | Stars: Yon González, Elena Rivera, Rodolfo Sancho, Aria Bedmar
Votes: 58
29.
Heirs to the Land (2022)
Episode:
Beatriz
(2022)
TV-MA | Drama
Bernat fulfills his promises to Hugo. Caterina expresses her feelings. Barcha's earnest action has devastating repercussions for Merce and her family.
Director: Jordi Frades | Stars: Yon González, Elena Rivera, Rodolfo Sancho, Aria Bedmar
Votes: 54
30.
Railway Murders (2021– )
Episode:
The Guardsman
(2021)
44 min | Documentary, Crime, History
The murder of 28-year-old Geoffrey Charles Dean, a booking clerk at Ash Vale railway station. The murderer was 23-year-old John James Alcott, a railway fireman from Hither Green Depot, who stole £160 from the railway booking office.
Director: William Simpson | Stars: Nicholas Day, Alan Moss, Judith Rowbotham, Donald Rumbelow
Votes: 8
31.
Marie Antoinette (2022– )
Episode:
Queen of France
(2022)
TV-MA | Biography, Drama, History
Marie Antoinette and Louis are about to make their first official visit to Paris. But when the King becomes seriously ill, the succession suddenly becomes a reality.
Director: Pete Travis | Stars: Emilia Schüle, Louis Cunningham, Jack Archer, Jasmine Blackborow
Votes: 191
32.
Aristocrats (1999)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1999)
TV-PG | 49 min | Drama, History
Having arranged for Louise to marry someone locally, Lady Emily feels she has little choice but to send Lady Sarah to London for her launch into society and her first season. Her ... See full summary »
Director: David Caffrey | Stars: Alun Armstrong, Tom Beard, Cecil Bell, Ben Daniels
Votes: 38
33.
The Normans (2010)
Episode:
Men from the North
(2010)
Not Rated | 60 min | Documentary, History
The name Normans originally simply refers to Vikings, Germanic people raiding the Eurpean coast from their Scandinavian homes for centuries. As the clergy, their main prey, wrote histories,... See full summary »
Director: Robin Dashwood | Star: Robert Bartlett
Votes: 33
34.
Universum History (2013– )
Episode:
Der Aufstieg der Habsburger - Schlacht am Marchfeld
(2022)
50 min | Documentary, History
The 1278 battle between Rudolph of Habsburg, the new German King, and Ottokar II of Bohemia in Eastern Austria is well-documented, but archaeological evidence has been elusive. A new search seeks to solve the historical mystery.
Director: Fritz Kalteis | Stars: Eloise Adde, Petter Akeson, Klara Cibulova, Julius D'Silva
35.
Upstairs Downstairs (2010–2012)
Episode:
A Faraway Country About Which We Know Nothing
(2012)
TV-PG | 63 min | Drama
1938: Lady Maude has died and Pamela has come to live at Eaton Place, as has Blanche Mottershead, Maude's half-sister, an archaeologist, who came for the funeral and seems likely to stay ... See full summary »
Director: Marc Jobst | Stars: Keeley Hawes, Neil Jackson, Ed Stoppard, Blake Ritson
Votes: 165
36.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008–2020)
Episode:
Tipping Points
(2012)
TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
The people of Onderon have decided to revolt against the Separatists, leading to a full scale revolt between the rebels and battle droids.
Director: Bosco Ng | Stars: Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Ashley Eckstein, Jason Spisak, Andrew Kishino
Votes: 3,110
37.
Line of Fire (2002– )
Episode:
Hastings
(2002)
48 min | Documentary, History, War
1066: The Battle of Hastings changed the course of British and European history.
Stars: Nicholas Brooks, Bob Carruthers, Geoff Hutchinson, Mike Leighton
38.
The Wars of the Roses (2002– )
Episode:
The Kingmaker
Not Rated | Documentary, History, War
Teenage King Edward IV consolidates power, secretly marries Elizabeth Woodville, the White Queen, and imprisons Henry VI in the Tower of London. Plots and treachery abound in and around the royal court.
Stars: Ian Dawson, Rosemary Horrox, Wendy Moorhen, John Watts
39.
The Wars of the Roses (2002– )
Episode:
One Perfect Rose
Not Rated | Documentary, History, War
King Edward IV consolidates power. His sudden death seemingly put 13-year-old Edward V on the throne, but Richard III intervenes, claiming the throne. Meanwhile, Henry Tudor plans to seize control himself.
Stars: Ian Dawson, Rosemary Horrox, Wendy Moorhen, John Watts
40.
Elizabeth (2000)
Episode:
From the Prison to the Palace
(2000)
49 min | Documentary, Drama
Born the eldest surviving child of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, her mother's execution diminished her status. How did Elizabeth overcome to become one of England's greatest monarchs?
Director: Mark Fielder | Stars: David Starkey, Imogen Slaughter, Miles Richardson, Abigail Harrison
41.
Dante (2024)
Episode:
Part Two: Resurrection
(2024)
TV-14 | 113 min | Documentary
Explore Dante's experience in exile, and his completion of the last two parts of the "Comedy," shortly before his death in Ravennain 1321. Interweaving soaring scenes drawn from Purgatory ... See full summary »
Director: Ric Burns | Stars: Esmeralda Seay-Reynolds, Giacomo Rocchini, Catherine Adoyo, Albert Ascoli
Votes: 16
42.
Edward and Mary: The Unknown Tudors (2002– )
Episode:
Edward VI: The Boy King
(2002)
TV-14 | 48 min | Documentary, History
When Edward was just nine their father died and the young boy became King, surrounded by advisors and further distanced from his beloved elder sister. But by now they were divided not just ... See full summary »
Director: Rachel Bell | Stars: David Starkey, Tim Wright, Rachel Jenkins
Votes: 9
43.
The Crown (2016–2023)
Episode:
Hyde Park Corner
(2016)
TV-MA | 61 min | Biography, Drama, History
With King George too ill to travel, Elizabeth and Phillip embark on a four-continent Commonwealth tour. Party leaders attempt to undermine Churchill.
Director: Stephen Daldry | Stars: Claire Foy, Matt Smith, Victoria Hamilton, Jared Harris
Votes: 7,226
44.
Legend of the Hidden City (1997– )
Episode:
Episode #1.15
Action, Adventure, Family
Dean and Nina are rescued and taken back to modern civilisation. Meanwhile, the Palace deal with the death of the King and many fear that the city's future is doomed.
45.
Who Do You Think You Are? (2010– )
Episode:
Courteney Cox
(2017)
TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Actress Courteney Cox explores her family history.
Stars: Ken Rogers, Courteney Cox, Julie Bowen, Smokey Robinson
Votes: 39
46.
Fact or Fiction (2001–2004)
Episode:
King Harold
(2002)
49 min | Documentary
The last Saxon King of England is best remembered for being killed at the Battle of Hastings. Tony Robinson reveals more of the story of this landmark monarch.
Star: Tony Robinson
Votes: 14
47.
Fact or Fiction (2001–2004)
Episode:
Richard III
(2004)
Documentary
Contrary to popular perception, Richard III, was loyal, fair and effective as a ruler- much more than the infamous one dimensional Shakesperian villain rumored to have murdered the "Princes in the Tower". Did he?
Director: David Willcock | Stars: Keith Dockray, Michael K. Jones, A.J. Pollard, Tony Robinson
Votes: 16
48.
A Tale of Two Sisters (2015–2018)
Episode:
Elizabeth I and Mary I
(2018)
44 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Mary was a short-lived, little-favored Catholic and Elizabeth a long-reigning, all-admired Protestant. However, Henry VIII's daughters have more in common than meets the eye.
Director: Edward Cotterill | Stars: Tracy Borman, Rebecca Emmett, Rachael Stirling, Anna Whitelock
Votes: 11