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53 Films Exploring History and Period Pieces

52 titles

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  1. 1The Map Against the WorldMovie · 2016 · 129mAfter his father dies because of a faulty map, Kim Jeong-ho becomes determined to create his own accurate one. He undertakes the monumental task of mapping the entire Joseon kingdom, block by block.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.7
  2. 2Boogie NightsMovie · 1997 · 156m · DramaIn 1970s Los Angeles, where pornography was a thriving business, Jack Horner, a driven pornographer with artistic goals, seeks to revolutionize the industry. He discovers Eddie Adams, a hopeful actor working as a busboy, and offers him a place on his creative team of misfits and idealists. Adams rapidly rises to fame using the adult film name "Dirk Diggler," experiencing seemingly endless success during a time of disco and excess. But as reality intrudes upon his fantasy world, Dirk faces the difficult truths hidden beneath the glamour of fame and wealth. Against a backdrop of shifting fashion and constant parties, Adams' attempt to elevate sex into art clashes with the harsh realities of life in this story about ambition, identity, and desire.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6
  3. 3A Knight's TaleMovie · 2001 · 133m · Adventure, Drama, RomanceWilliam Thatcher, a peasant apprentice to a knight, sees an opportunity for advancement when his master dies unexpectedly during a tournament. Disguising himself as a knight, William is determined to win the tournament, relentlessly pursuing victory – as long as romance doesn't interfere.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
  4. 4Emma.Movie · 2020 · 125m · Comedy, RomanceSet in 19th-century England, the story follows a young woman who, despite her good intentions, repeatedly interferes in the romantic relationships of her friends.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0
  5. 5The Admiral: Roaring CurrentsMovie · 2014 · 126m · War, Action, DramaAdmiral Yi Sun-sin confronts overwhelming odds in the Battle of Myeongryang, where he must defend Korea with only 13 warships against 300 Japanese vessels.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
  6. 6Backstabbing for BeginnersMovie · 2018 · 108m · Thriller, Drama, HistoryA hopeful young U.N. worker begins looking into the brutal death of his former colleague. His investigation leads him to a huge international plot, one that potentially implicates his own superior.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
  7. 7OppenheimerMovie · 2023 · 181m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer and his central role in the creation of the atomic bomb during World War II.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0
  8. 8ViceMovie · 2018 · 132m · Drama, ComedyFor the 2000 presidential election, George W. Bush chooses Dick Cheney, CEO of Halliburton Co., as his running mate. A seasoned political figure with experience as White House Chief of Staff, House Minority Whip, and Defense Secretary, Cheney is well-acquainted with government. After Bush wins the election by a close vote, Cheney begins leveraging his influence to significantly alter both domestic policy and international affairs.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
  9. 9Society of the SnowMovie · 2023 · 143m · Drama, HistoryIn October 1972, Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, carrying a rugby team to Chile, crashes into a glacier in the Andes Mountains.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.0
  10. 10GandhiMovie · 1982 · 191m · Drama, HistoryThis historical drama follows Mohandas K. Gandhi, a respected lawyer educated by the British, as he chooses a life of simplicity to lead India's fight for independence from colonial rule. Facing increasing conflict between the Indian people and the British, Gandhi develops a new tactic: nonviolent resistance. He champions peaceful protest, steadfast resolve, and perseverance as a way to challenge oppression. The film explores the extraordinary journey of a man who revolutionized a nation through his dedication to nonviolent activism and his faith in humanity.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6
  11. 11LincolnMovie · 2012 · 149m · History, DramaThis is the story of Abraham Lincoln's challenging last months as President. As the country grapples with civil war and a nation shifting towards change, Lincoln works to bring an end to the conflict, reunite the nation, and abolish slavery. Driven by strong moral conviction and a determined spirit, his decisions during this pivotal time will have a lasting impact on the future.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9
  12. 12The Dark HorseMovie · 2014 · 124m · Drama, HistoryGenesis Potini, a former Maori speed-chess champion, lives with bipolar disorder. He faces prejudice and violence as he fights to save his struggling chess club, his family, and his own well-being.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.3
  13. 13The PostMovie · 2017 · 116m · Drama, HistoryTo protect a secret that stretched across four presidential administrations, a pioneering female newspaper publisher and her determined editor find themselves in a historic conflict between the press and the government. Based on a true story.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
  14. 14The ArtistMovie · 2011 · 100m · Drama, Comedy, RomanceHollywood, 1927. Silent film icon George Valentin worries about his future as talking pictures threaten the industry. He finds himself drawn to Peppy Miller, a promising young dancer hoping for her moment in the spotlight.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4
  15. 15DetroitMovie · 2017 · 143m · Drama, Thriller, HistoryIn 1967, a police raid in Detroit sparks one of the most significant civil unrests in U.S. history.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3
  16. 16HamiltonMovie · 2025 · 160m · History, DramaThis film adaptation of the acclaimed Broadway musical tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, an American founding father. It presents a modern American perspective on the nation's origins.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.8
  17. 17Bridge of SpiesMovie · 2015 · 141m · Thriller, DramaDuring the Cold War, the Soviet Union shoots down U.S. pilot Francis Gary Powers' U-2 spy plane and captures him. Powers is sentenced to 10 years in prison, and his only chance for freedom lies with New York lawyer James Donovan. A CIA operative recruits Donovan to negotiate Powers' release. Donovan travels to Berlin, aiming to secure Powers' freedom through a prisoner exchange. The plan involves the Soviets receiving Rudolf Abel, a convicted spy whom Donovan previously defended.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.2
  18. 18The Social NetworkMovie · 2010 · 121m · DramaIn 2003, Harvard student and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg develops an idea that evolves into Facebook, the world's largest social network. By 2009, Zuckerberg has become one of the youngest billionaires, but his rapid success brings unexpected challenges. He faces two lawsuits: one from a former friend, creating significant personal and legal difficulties.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4
  19. 19Schindler's ListMovie · 1993 · 195m · Drama, History, WarThis is the true story of Oskar Schindler, a businessman who saved over a thousand Jewish lives during World War II. He provided them work in his factory, effectively shielding them from the Nazis' atrocities and forced labor.IMDb 9.0TMDB 8.6
  20. 20KillingMovie · 2018 · 80m · Drama, ActionIn feudal Japan, a masterless samurai, or ronin, finds quiet work assisting villagers with their farming. Their peaceful existence is shattered when a band of outlaws invades the village.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.2
  21. 21The PromiseMovie · 2016 · 133m · History, Romance, DramaIn the final years of the Ottoman Empire, a love triangle forms between Mikael, a gifted medical student; Ana, a striking and cultured artist; and Chris, a celebrated American journalist working in Paris.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.9
  22. 22Darkest HourMovie · 2017 · 125m · Drama, HistoryIn May 1940, Winston Churchill faces a critical decision. The future of World War II rests on his shoulders as he weighs the option of negotiating with Adolf Hitler against the prospect of continuing the fight, a choice that could determine the fate of the British Empire.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4
  23. 23FrantzMovie · 2016 · 113m · History, Drama, RomanceFollowing World War I, a young German woman mourns her fiancé, who died in France. She encounters a mysterious French man at his grave, where he is laying flowers.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  24. 24KurskMovie · 2018 · 118m · Drama, History, ThrillerAugust 12th, 2000. In the Barents Sea, a Russian naval exercise turns tragic when the K-141 Kursk submarine sinks, trapping all 118 crew members. A handful of survivors cling to life as their families desperately seek accurate information. Meanwhile, a British officer fights to secure permission from the Russian government for a rescue mission before time runs out, but faces overwhelming bureaucratic obstacles and incompetence at every turn.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  25. 25First ManMovie · 2018 · 141m · History, DramaThis film chronicles the life of astronaut Neil Armstrong and the historic space mission that culminated in his becoming the first person to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  26. 26The Last DuelMovie · 2021 · 153m · History, Drama, ActionKing Charles VI orders Sir Jean de Carrouges to resolve his conflict with his squire, Jacques Le Gris, through a duel.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4
  27. 27DunkirkMovie · 2017 · 107m · War, Action, DramaThis is the story of the remarkable rescue of Allied soldiers trapped in Dunkirk, France, between May 26th and June 4th, 1940, during World War II. Cut off from the beaches and harbor by the German army, soldiers from Belgium, Britain, Canada, and France were surrounded.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  28. 28Deepwater HorizonMovie · 2016 · 107m · Drama, ActionThe film is set aboard the Deepwater Horizon offshore drilling rig during the April 2010 explosion that resulted in the largest oil spill in U.S. history.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  29. 29Hotel RwandaMovie · 2004 · 122m · Drama, History, WarBased on true events, the film is set in Rwanda during the 1990s, a time when over a million Tutsis were murdered in a genocide largely ignored internationally. Hotel owner Paul Rusesabagina uses his hotel to shelter over a thousand refugees, desperately trying to protect them from the violence.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7
  30. 30The Death of StalinMovie · 2017 · 107m · Comedy, Drama, HistoryFollowing the death of dictator Joseph Stalin, his close associates engage in a desperate fight for control of the Soviet Union. Their clumsy attempts to seize power involve conflict and betrayal, leaving the crucial question: who truly holds authority?IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  31. 31OrlandoMovie · 1992 · 94m · Drama, FantasyIn Shakespearean England, a young poet named Orlando makes a surprising deal with Queen Elizabeth I. She offers him a wealthy estate if he completes a challenging task. The film explores courtly politics and poetic skill as Orlando navigates the complexities of Elizabethan life and his own desires. The story combines themes of love, sacrifice, and loyalty, depicting a period of significant change. As Orlando writes poems and overcomes obstacles, the film shows the power of words in a world where they can be both beautiful and dangerous.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  32. 32The King's SpeechMovie · 2010 · 118m · Drama, HistoryThe King's Speech is the story of Prince Albert, who becomes King George VI, father to Queen Elizabeth II. When his brother steps down, Albert ('Bertie') unexpectedly inherits the throne. Struggling with a severe stutter and deemed unready to rule, Bertie seeks help from an unconventional speech therapist, Lionel Logue. Through surprising methods and a growing friendship, Bertie learns to speak confidently and bravely guides his nation through war.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7
  33. 33MudboundMovie · 2017 · 135m · DramaFollowing World War II, two families in the South struggle against a rigid social order and a harsh environment, mirroring their fight for survival during the war.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4
  34. 34Land of MineMovie · 2015 · 100m · War, Drama, HistoryAfter Germany's surrender in May 1945, a group of young German prisoners of war are transferred to Denmark and then sent to the West Coast. There, they are tasked with clearing over two million German landmines from the beaches. Under the supervision of a Danish sergeant, the boys must work by hand, crawling in the sand to disarm the dangerous explosives.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8
  35. 35Good Night, and Good Luck.Movie · 2005 · 92m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of journalist Edward R. Murrow and his courageous opposition to Senator Joseph McCarthy's intense anti-communist investigations during the early 1950s.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1
  36. 36UprisingMovie · 2024 · 126m · Action, Drama, HistoryDuring the Joseon Dynasty, two childhood friends – once master and servant – meet again after a war. They now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict, becoming enemies.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.0
  37. 37The Ministry of Ungentlemanly WarfareMovie · 2024 · 120m · Action, Comedy, WarIn World War II, a team of skilled British soldiers is sent on a dangerous mission deep behind enemy lines. This is the true story of the Special Operations Executive, a secret British organization established by Winston Churchill. Their unconventional warfare against the Germans significantly impacted the war's outcome and laid the foundation for modern covert operations.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0
  38. 38Hidden FiguresMovie · 2016 · 127m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – exceptional African-American women who worked at NASA and were essential to the success of the historic John Glenn orbital flight. These pioneering women broke barriers and inspired future generations with their extraordinary talent.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.1
  39. 39MunichMovie · 2005 · 164m · Drama, History, ThrillerAt the 1972 Munich Olympics, eleven Israeli athletes are captured and killed by the Palestinian terrorist organization Black September. In response, the Israeli government assembles a team of Mossad agents to hunt down and eliminate those who carried out the attack.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
  40. 40SelmaMovie · 2014 · 128m · History, Drama"Selma" is the story of a pivotal march in Alabama, a region deeply marked by racial segregation. The march, which ended in violence, prompted President Lyndon B. Johnson to deliver a powerful speech. This event ultimately paved the way for the passage of the Voting Rights Act.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  41. 41Rang De BasantiMovie · 2006 · 157m · Comedy, Drama, HistoryFresh out of Delhi University, a group of friends drift aimlessly around their old campus. Their lives change when a British filmmaker casts them in a movie about Indian freedom fighters during British rule. Though not particularly interested in politics, the friends are deeply affected by the death of a friend, caused by local government corruption. Inspired by the characters they're portraying, they resolve to seek justice for their friend's death.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.1
  42. 4213 AssassinsMovie · 2010 · 141m · Adventure, Drama, ActionIn the final years of Japan's feudal period, a band of jobless samurai are recruited for a dangerous mission: to defeat a cruel lord and stop him from seizing power, potentially leading the nation into widespread conflict.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3
  43. 43Phantom ThreadMovie · 2017 · 130m · Drama, RomanceLondon, 1950s. A celebrated dressmaker's carefully ordered life is disrupted as his connection with a young woman he's inspiring deepens.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3
  44. 44Judas and the Black MessiahMovie · 2021 · 126m · Drama, HistoryFBI Agent Mitchell and J. Edgar Hoover task Bill O'Neal with infiltrating the Black Panthers. As Fred Hampton rises to prominence and develops a relationship with a fellow revolutionary, O'Neal struggles with his loyalty.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3
  45. 45Memoirs of a GeishaMovie · 2005 · 146m · Drama, Romance, HistoryBefore World War II, a poor Japanese girl is separated from her family and forced into servitude as a maid in a geisha house.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.6
  46. 4622 JulyMovie · 2018 · 143m · Crime, Drama, HistoryIn the summer of 2011, Anders Behring Breivik, a neo-Nazi terrorist, carried out a mass shooting on Utøya Island, killing 77 young people attending a Labour Party youth camp. This three-part story examines the experiences of those who survived the attack, the Norwegian political leaders' response, and the legal proceedings involving the lawyers who prosecuted Breivik.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.1
  47. 47Killers of the Flower MoonMovie · 2023 · 206m · Crime, History, DramaIn the 1920s, the discovery of oil on Osage Nation land in Oklahoma brings wealth, but also a wave of murders targeting Osage people. The FBI is called in to investigate and expose the truth behind the killings.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  48. 48The KingMovie · 2019 · 140m · Drama, History, WarEngland, 15th century. Prince Hal, who prefers the company of commoners to courtly life, is unexpectedly thrust into a position of power and reluctantly accepts the throne, becoming Henry V.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
  49. 49The 13th WarriorMovie · 1999 · 103mA Muslim ambassador, forced to leave his country, finds himself among a band of Vikings. He's initially put off by their ways but gradually comes to respect them. During their journey together, they discover a powerful evil is emerging and must join forces to stop it.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7
  50. 50HungerMovie · 2008 · 96m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Bobby Sands, an IRA member who spearheaded the 1981 hunger strike. During The Troubles, Irish Republican prisoners undertook the strike to demand political status.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  51. 51Quest for FireMovie · 1981 · 100m · Adventure, DramaA Cro-Magnon tribe faces a desperate struggle when their fire unexpectedly goes out. To ensure their survival, three warriors journey through a dangerous prehistoric world filled with rival tribes and dangerous creatures. As they navigate treacherous landscapes, the warriors encounter Ika, a wise woman who knows how to relight their fire. Guided by her, they learn about cooperation, resilience, and preserving their traditions. The film explores the importance of fire to early humans and highlights their determination to secure a future for their people. It’s a story of courage and the strength of the human spirit.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  52. 52SpotlightMovie · 2015 · 129m · Drama, HistoryThis is the true story of the Boston Globe's investigation into widespread child molestation and a subsequent cover-up within the city's Catholic Archdiocese. The reporting sent shockwaves through the Catholic Church.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.8