14 Historical Period Drama Films

This drama explores the conflict between Native Americans and English settlers in 17th-century America, focusing on the experiences of explorer John Smith.

After his father's murder, young Arthur's uncle Vortigern takes the throne. Stripped of his inheritance and unaware of his origins, Arthur struggles to survive in the city's underbelly. However, when he draws Excalibur from the stone, his life changes dramatically,…

In 1818, spirited Fanny Brawne becomes increasingly fascinated by John Keats, a handsome but reserved poet who lives near her family's friends, the Dilkes. After reading his poetry, she is even more captivated by his quiet nature. He agrees to…

In the 1850s, a family journeys west to seek fortune in the California gold fields.

This film chronicles the life and death of a Scottish king.

This historical drama follows William Shakespeare as he's pressured to finish his new play, "Romeo and Ethel, The Pirate's Daughter," before it's ready. While racing against time, he meets a noblewoman named Viola, and their romance becomes the heart of…

In 1561, Mary Stuart, the widow of the King of France, returns to Scotland and becomes its queen. This threatens Queen Elizabeth I of England, who also has a claim to the English throne. Both queens face betrayals, rebellions, and…

Teenage Victoria, the sole heir to the English throne, finds herself navigating complex family politics. Her mother pressures her to sign a document granting regency powers, while her Belgian uncle plots a marriage between Victoria and Prince Albert, a union…

Driven by a desire to live forever, King Louis XIV captures a mermaid and steals her life force. This act becomes more complicated when his illegitimate daughter discovers the mermaid.

This is a lush story of secrets, love, and deceit, unfolding during a pivotal period in European history. Two stunning sisters, Anne and Mary Boleyn, are caught in a rivalry for the affection of King Henry VIII, a man known…

A painter develops feelings for a married woman when he's hired to paint her portrait. Hoping for a shared future, they both invest in the volatile tulip market.

The relationship between poet Percy Shelley and Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin inspired the writing of the enduring novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus."

Following a difficult childhood, Jane Eyre becomes a governess. She finds contentment at Thornfield Hall, where she encounters Mr. Rochester, the estate's reserved and intense owner. Jane and Mr. Rochester develop a close friendship, and Jane falls in love with…

In 19th-century Hawaii, Princess Ka'iulani, raised in England, is committed to protecting her people from powerful American businessmen. Sent to England as a child by her father, she returns to Hawaii as a political force, fighting to keep her throne…