265 Victorian Period Drama Films
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The Last Voyage of the DemeterMovie · 2023 · 119m · Horror, FantasyOn a voyage from Carpathia to London, the crew of the merchant ship Demeter struggles to survive. Each night, they are hunted by a relentless and terrifying presence lurking within the ship.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.7 - 2
SpiritedMovie · 2022 · 127m · ComedyEvery Christmas Eve, the Ghost of Christmas Present chooses someone with a hardened heart to be changed by visits from three spirits. This year, however, he chooses the wrong person. Clint Briggs challenges the ghost, leading Present to question his own past, present, and future.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 3
GwenMovie · 2018 · 84m · Drama, Mystery, HorrorIn this folk story set on a Welsh hillside farm during the Industrial Revolution, a teenage girl, her mother, and sister experience a troubling series of misfortunes. The events are mysterious and raise serious questions.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4 - 4
HysteriaMovie · 2011 · 100m · Comedy, RomanceIn Victorian England, two physicians discover that manually stimulating a woman's genitals can alleviate a variety of ailments in their patients. This practice ultimately leads to the invention of the electric vibrator.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 5
The Third WifeMovie · 2019 · 96m · DramaAt fourteen, May is chosen as the third wife of a wealthy landowner. Her new life appears perfect; her husband is kind, and she soon discovers she's pregnant with a son. But beneath the surface, problems are developing. May witnesses a secret affair, setting off a series of unfortunate events that awaken a strength within her she never knew she possessed.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 6
The SalvationMovie · 2014 · 92m · Drama, WesternIn 1870s America, a quiet settler kills the man who murdered his family. This act ignites the rage of a dangerous gang leader. The settler's own townspeople, afraid for their safety, abandon him. He is then left to track down the outlaws on his own.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 7
The Adventures of Greyfriars BobbyMovie · 2005 · 104mThis is the true story of a small dog who persistently returned to the graveside of his owner in Edinburgh. For years, the dog made regular visits to the grave.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.4 - 8
The Pale Blue EyeMovie · 2022 · 128m · Thriller, Crime, HorrorWest Point, New York, 1830. A cadet is discovered hanged, his heart missing. The military academy's leaders call on Augustus Landor, a former New York City constable, to solve the disturbing crime. As Landor investigates, he finds an unlikely ally in Edgar Allan Poe, an unusual but exceptionally gifted cadet.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 9
The Christmas CandleMovie · 2013 · 100m · Drama, FamilyIn the idyllic English village of Gladbury, an old legend persists: every 25 years, an angel visits the local candlemaker and blesses a single candle, granting a miracle on Christmas Eve to whoever lights it. But in 1890, as electricity begins to replace candlelight, this centuries-old tradition faces potential extinction.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.8 - 10
Martin's CloseMovie · 2019 · 30mDuring his trial for the murder of a young woman who rejected his affections, a young squire unexpectedly reveals a supernatural secret.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.6 - 11
The Old Curiosity ShopMovie · 2007 · 120mA good-hearted shopkeeper loses his beloved store, filled with antique treasures, to a ruthless landlord because of mounting gambling debts. Forced out of his home and unable to cover his obligations, he and his granddaughter are compelled to escape.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.0 - 12
Gangs of New YorkMovie · 2002 · 168m · Drama, History, CrimeIn the early 1860s, Amsterdam Vallon, an Irish immigrant, is released from prison and returns to the Five Points. He intends to avenge his father's death by targeting William Cutting, a powerful gang leader who hates immigrants. To achieve this, Amsterdam must infiltrate Cutting’s organization. His quest for revenge becomes a struggle for survival and a fight for the future of the Irish in America.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3 - 13
The Current WarMovie · 2018 · 108m · Drama, HistoryIn a fierce rivalry, electrical innovators Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse battle for dominance. Both strive to develop a reliable electrical system and successfully sell it to the public.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 14
A Christmas CarolMovie · 2020 · 96mThis fresh adaptation of Dickens' classic aims to highlight the original story's sharp critique of social injustice and the dangers of greed. It also revitalizes the text's poetic quality by reimagining its scenes as striking modern dance sequences.IMDb 5.4TMDB 7.5 - 15
FamineMovie · 2011 · 77mTwo years after a prank with corrosive acid nearly killed Mr. Balszack, a popular teacher, the graduating class of Sloppy Secondary holds a 24-hour charity famine on school grounds. An unexpected guest arrives at the event, disguised as the school's handyman mascot, and he possesses a powerful, consuming hunger.IMDb 3.3TMDB 3.3 - 16
To Walk InvisibleMovie · 2016 · 120m · Drama, HistoryTo Walk Invisible explores the lives of the Brontë sisters, highlighting their journey from a modest background to becoming celebrated novelists. The film recounts how these exceptional women overcame societal limitations to create some of the most important works in English literature.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 17
The Professor and the MadmanMovie · 2019 · 124m · History, Drama, MysteryIn the mid-19th century, Professor James Murray is leading the project to compile the first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary. He unexpectedly receives over 10,000 contributions from Dr. William Minor, a patient at Broadmoor Criminal Lunatic Asylum.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 18
GunlessMovie · 2010 · 89m · Drama, Action, ComedySean Rafferty, known as The Montana Kid, is an American gunslinger who can't find anyone to duel in a Canadian town where the customs of the American Wild West are foreign.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 19
Woman Walks AheadMovie · 2018 · 103m · Drama, History, WesternThis true story is a gripping western about a determined New York widow who travels west to meet Sioux chief Sitting Bull. She finds herself in opposition to an army officer determined to wage war against Native Americans.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 20
The Mill on the FlossMovie · 1997 · 116mLawyer Wakem seizes control of the Tulliver family's mill, a property their family has owned for three centuries, becoming their bitter rival. As Edward Tulliver's daughter, Maggie, matures, she develops feelings for Wakem's son, Philip. However, her brother Tom, upholding his father’s legacy, forbids any further contact. During a visit to her cousin Lucy Deane, Maggie encounters Lucy's fiancé, Stephen Guest, who is immediately captivated by her, adding further complications.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 21
The Life and Adventures of Nicholas NicklebyMovie · 1947 · 108m · DramaA young orphan struggles to build a good life for himself, clashing with his wealthy but controlling uncle. Without a father, the boy faces many obstacles, but also finds friendship and learns about himself. His uncle’s influence both holds him back and pushes him to find success independently. The story is about family, ambition, and fighting for independence, showing how persistence helps overcome hardship.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 22
Tutti per 1 - 1 per tuttiMovie · 2020 · 122m · TV Movie, Adventure, ComedyWithout Aramis, the Musketeers begin a fresh undertaking.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.8 - 23
River QueenMovie · 2005 · 114m · Adventure, WarIn 1860s New Zealand, a close-knit Irish family experiences the conflict between the British and the Maori as they navigate the turbulent colonization period. The story follows Sarah, a young woman caught in the crossfire, as her family finds themselves impacted by both sides of the war.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 24
The Secret AgentMovie · 1996 · 95m · Drama, ThrillerIn 1880s London, Verloc is a bookseller secretly working for the Russian government. Tasked with uncovering a slow-moving anarchist group, he plans a staged bombing to force their arrest. But his carefully crafted scheme has terrible repercussions, impacting not only himself but also his wife Winnie and her brother Stevie, who has intellectual disabilities. The story examines betrayal, guilt, and how political actions deeply affect everyday people.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5 - 25
A Christmas CarolMovie · 2004 · 87m · Drama, Fantasy, TV MovieOn Christmas Eve, the lonely and unhappy Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by spirits who show him the consequences of his life. He's confronted with missed opportunities, his present-day cruelty, and a bleak future if he doesn't change. Scrooge must confront his own history of bitterness and decide whether to embrace redemption or face a grim fate.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 26
The PrestigeMovie · 2006 · 130m · Drama, Mystery, Science FictionThis is the story of two magicians locked in a relentless rivalry that defines their lives. Their intense competition fuels obsession, deception, and jealousy, leading them down a path of dangerous and deadly choices.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.2 - 27
WildeMovie · 1997 · 118m · Drama, HistoryThe film explores the life of Oscar Wilde, a brilliant writer who significantly shaped literature and society with his poetry, plays, and embrace of individuality. It follows Wilde as he struggles with his feelings for other men, a conflict between his personal desires and the expectations of his role as a husband, father, and prominent figure. The audience witnesses Wilde's internal turmoil as he tries to balance his love for Lord Alfred Douglas with his obligations. This complex relationship is central to the film, examining themes of identity, acceptance, and personal challenges during a period of shifting social norms.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 28
A Dangerous MethodMovie · 2011 · 99m · DramaDriven by the allure of a complex case, Dr. Carl Jung takes on Sabina Spielrein as his patient. Spielrein is emotionally unstable but captivatingly beautiful. Jung employs the techniques of his mentor, Sigmund Freud, and both men become deeply affected by her.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 29
FlashbackMovie · 2021 · 95m · Comedy, Science FictionA lawyer journeys into the past and encounters historical women who championed women's rights.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 30
The LighthouseMovie · 2019 · 109m · Drama, Fantasy, ThrillerIn 1890s New England, two lighthouse keepers struggle to hold onto their minds while stationed on a secluded and enigmatic island.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 31
Sisi & IMovie · 2023 · 132mFollowing a lengthy selection process, Empress Elisabeth of Austria appoints Countess Irma as her lady-in-waiting and brings her to the Empress's summer home on Corfu. Their growing closeness there creates friction upon their return to Vienna.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 32
ChocolatMovie · 2016 · 119m · Comedy, DramaIn Belle Epoque Paris, Chocolat, a pioneering Black stage performer, rises from obscurity to fame as he forms a groundbreaking duo with Footit. However, the allure of quick money, gambling, and prejudice strain their friendship and threaten Chocolat’s burgeoning career.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 33
CamilleMovie · 1984 · 100mIn Paris, Camille is a courtesan who falls passionately in love with the promising young Armand Duval. When Armand's father pleads with her to abandon their relationship for the sake of his son's future, Camille reluctantly leaves him. Years later, facing poverty and a terminal illness, Camille discovers that Armand has not forgotten her.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.3 - 34
Jane EyreMovie · 1997 · 108m · Drama, Romance, TV MovieThis adaptation tells the classic story of Jane Eyre, an orphaned girl who becomes a governess to a young French girl named Adele at the imposing manor of Mr. Rochester, the estate's enigmatic master. The film captures the novel's familiar romance, but the central chemistry between Jane and Mr. Rochester feels less compelling than in the original. While it includes typical romantic moments, some viewers may find the lack of spark between the leads disappointing.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 35
The Mask of ZorroMovie · 1998 · 136m · Action, AdventureTwenty years after Zorro's fight against Spanish oppression, the story follows the seasoned hero as he seeks to redeem a troubled bandit named Alejandro, training him to become his successor. They work together to take down Don Rafael Montero, a ruthless man who stole Diego's freedom, his wife, and his daughter. Over time, they overcome obstacles, using their skills to stop Montero's plans while exploring the complexities of justice, revenge, and the enduring spirit of Zorro.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 36
Redeeming LoveMovie · 2022 · 134m · Romance, Drama, WesternIn 1850 California, a young couple's romance is tested by the challenges of the Gold Rush. Angel, new to love and battling personal struggles, feels overwhelmed by the unfamiliar life she's been given and flees. Michael sets out to find her, and in her absence, Angel realizes she has the strength to shape her own destiny.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.9 - 37
The Mystery of a Hansom CabMovie · 2012 · 100mMelbourne, 1886. Two men enter a hansom cab late one foggy night. One exits at St Kilda, while the other continues to the city. There, the driver discovers the second man has been murdered. The killing of this prominent figure deeply disturbs the newly prosperous city.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 38
Albert NobbsMovie · 2011 · 113m · DramaIn late 19th century Ireland, Albert Nobbs faces hardship as a woman is expected to be dependent. To find work as a butler in Dublin's finest hotel, Albert disguises herself as a man. While there, she meets a charming painter and begins to dream of a life beyond her deception.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 39
Black FieldMovie · 2009 · 90mThis historical drama follows two sisters whose relationship is fractured by a man who enters their lives, leading to devastating consequences. The story unfolds in the 1870s.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.5 - 40
AmmoniteMovie · 2020 · 118m · Romance, DramaEngland, 1840s. Paleontologist Mary Anning and Charlotte, a young woman seeking recovery by the sea, form a deep connection. Though from different worlds and with contrasting natures, Mary and Charlotte find solace in each other, realizing they've both been longing for companionship. This shared understanding blossoms into a powerful love that challenges societal expectations and forever changes the paths of both women.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.9 - 41
I VicerèMovie · 2007 · 117m · Drama, History, RomanceIn late 19th-century Sicily, the aristocratic Uzeda family, descendants of ancient rulers, struggles to maintain their influence as the newly unified Italian government takes control.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 42
Anna Karenina. Vronsky's StoryMovie · 2017 · 138mLove isn't about one right answer; everyone finds their own way. But what matters more – desire or responsibility? How do you decide? And who has the right to say what's right? These are questions life constantly forces upon us. Anna Karenina made a choice that deeply affected her son Sergei, who grew up unable to understand why his mother chose such a devastating path. Count Vronsky has carried the burden of her death for 30 years, blaming himself. In 1904, after a battle in the Russo-Japanese war, Sergei Karenin and Alexei Vronsky meet in a remote village in Manchuria. There, fate gives them a chance to revisit the past and finally find the answers they've both been searching for.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.6 - 43
Carl & BerthaMovie · 2011 · 90mThis historical film tells the story of how the automobile began. Bertha Benz played a key role in the invention's success with a pioneering journey in her husband Carl's new horseless carriage. Her courageous act propelled his invention to wider recognition. The film explores the strong bond of trust, belief, and love that drove them.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.7 - 44
Samantha: An American Girl HolidayMovie · 2004 · 86m · Drama, Family, TV MovieSamantha Parkington's life is brightened when Nellie O'Malley moves in next door with her father and two sisters to work as servants for the Ryland family. Despite their different backgrounds, Samantha and Nellie quickly become close friends, supporting each other through life's ups and downs, from joyful moments to perilous situations.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5 - 45
CuriosaMovie · 2019 · 107m · Drama, HistoryThis is a passionate love story set during a time of open sexuality, inspired by the relationship between 19th-century writers Pierre Louÿs and Marie de Régnier.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.8 - 46
In SecretMovie · 2014 · 101m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeParis, 1860s. Therese is confined to a loveless marriage with the ill Camille, controlled by her overbearing aunt, Madame Raquin. Days are spent working in a small shop, evenings observing Madame’s domino games with a diverse group of people. An affair with Laurent, her husband's friend, begins and spirals into tragedy. Based on Emile Zola’s novel, *Thérèse Raquin*.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 47
Florence NightingaleMovie · 1985 · 140mThis is the true story of an upper-class woman who challenges Victorian norms to improve hospital hygiene and establish modern nursing. Volunteering to care for wounded soldiers in Scutari during the Crimean War, she faces resistance to her innovative ideas. Yet, through her compassionate work, she earns the nickname "The Lady with the Lamp," becoming a symbol of caring and comfort for the soldiers.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.7 - 48
The Mayor of CasterbridgeMovie · 2003 · 196mThis film adapts Thomas Hardy's novel. At a rural fair, young hay-trusser Michael Henchard has a drunken argument with his wife Susan and impulsively auctions her and their unborn child to a sailor for five guineas. The next day, consumed by regret, he vows to abstain from alcohol for the rest of his life. Eighteen years later, Henchard is the respected but isolated Mayor of Casterbridge. The sudden reappearance of his wife and daughter Elizabeth Jane triggers a series of events that force him to confront the repercussions of his past actions and volatile nature.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3 - 49
The Happy PrinceMovie · 2018 · 101m · DramaIn 1895, Oscar Wilde was London's most celebrated writer, and Bosie Douglas, the son of the Marquess of Queensberry, was his lover. After being accused and convicted of immoral acts, Wilde was imprisoned for two years and forced to do hard labor. Upon his release, he leaves England for France, where he spends his final years grappling with the past, facing poverty, and consumed by deep sorrow.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 50
Two WomenMovie · 2014 · 100mA spirited young woman is married to a wealthy landowner. She develops complicated feelings for her son's tutor, a love that remains unreturned.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 51
Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in IndiaMovie · 2001 · 233m · Adventure, Drama, HistoryIt's 1893. British rule oppresses India, where Captain Russell imposes a harsh land tax on a village. Farmer Bhuvan leads the villagers in protest. Russell proposes a challenge: a cricket match. If Bhuvan and his men win against Russell’s team, the tax will be lifted.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.3 - 52
FreedomMovie · 2014 · 98mA century apart, two men find their destinies intertwined in the pursuit of freedom. In 1856, Samuel Woodward and his family escape from slavery at Monroe Plantation in Virginia, guided north to Canada by the Underground Railroad. They face relentless pursuit by the ruthless slave hunter Plimpton, forcing Samuel to confront a choice between revenge and liberation, burdened by the legacy of suffering passed down through generations. One hundred years prior, in 1748, Captain John Newton, a slave trader sailing from Africa to America, carries Samuel's great-grandfather on board. This voyage profoundly alters Newton's life, shaping a legacy that will ultimately inspire Samuel and countless others.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.5 - 53
I Heard the BellsMovie · 2022 · 106m · History, Fantasy, DramaHenry Wadsworth Longfellow, celebrated as America’s Poet, enjoys a peaceful life that is abruptly disrupted by devastating loss. As the Civil War divides the country and his family suffers, Longfellow abandons his writing, overwhelmed by grief. However, the sounds of Christmas morning unexpectedly awaken the poet's voice, revealing a renewed sense of hope and faith.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.1 - 54
Madame BovaryMovie · 2015 · 118m · DramaSet in 19th-century France, the story follows Emma Bovary, a beautiful woman married to a doctor in a small town. She seeks to improve her social standing through affairs outside of her marriage.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7 - 55
Cold MountainMovie · 2003 · 154m · War, History, AdventureAgainst the backdrop of the American Civil War, a wounded Confederate soldier named W.P. Inman deserts his unit to return to his wife, Ada, and their farm. His journey south is fraught with danger, while Ada, with help from a mysterious drifter named Ruby, tries to protect their home in his absence.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 56
A Christmas CarolMovie · 1938 · 69m · Drama, Fantasy, FamilyOld, cold-hearted miser Ebenezer Scrooge unexpectedly journeys through Christmas Eve with three ghosts who show him the consequences of his life. The ghosts reveal his missed chances as a young man, the pain he's caused others, and a frightening future if he doesn’t change. Scrooge is forced to face the bitter person he has become. Throughout the night, he must choose between accepting a bleak fate or finding redemption, ultimately learning that even the hardest hearts can be softened by understanding and kindness.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0 - 57
The Aspern PapersMovie · 2019 · 90mA young writer seeks out love letters a poet wrote to his mistress.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.5 - 58
Margarete SteiffMovie · 2005 · 89mThis film tells the story of Margarete Steiff, a German toymaker who overcame a difficult childhood. Starting as a wheelchair-bound girl, she went on to become a pioneering and highly successful creator of stuffed animals.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 59
Mysterious IslandMovie · 2010 · 86m · Horror, Science Fiction, AdventureIn the midst of the American Civil War, five Union prisoners of war decide to escape by commandeering a hot air balloon. They drift through the night, only to awaken stranded on a deserted island – and discover they are not alone.IMDb 3.5TMDB 4.6 - 60
Out of LibertyMovie · 2019 · 112mWinter 1839. Liberty, Missouri. Jailer Samuel Tillery is responsible for guarding Missouri's most dangerous prisoners as they await trial. Torn between the growing pressure from local residents to eliminate the prisoners and the inmates' fight for survival, Tillery is tested to his breaking point. Based on true events.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.7 - 61
Oliver TwistMovie · 2005 · 130m · Crime, Drama, FamilyOrphan Oliver Twist asks for more food in the workhouse and is punished by being sold as an apprentice. He runs away and finds himself among street children led by the criminal Fagin and his protégé, the Artful Dodger. When a good man, Mr. Brownlow, takes Oliver in, Fagin's dangerous associate, Bill Sikes, plans to kidnap him.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 62
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas JourneyMovie · 2020 · 122m · Family, Fantasy, MusicA holiday story follows an eccentric toymaker, his adventurous granddaughter, and a magical invention that brings an imaginary world to life, changing their lives in unexpected ways.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 63
LincolnMovie · 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 - 64
Love's Christmas JourneyMovie · 2011 · 172m · Drama, Romance, WesternGrieving the loss of her husband and daughter, Ellie King spends Christmas with her brother Aaron Davis and his family. She tries to embrace the holiday, forming friendships with a local shopkeeper and a kind deputy. Settling into family life, Ellie also meets Erik, a young man taken in by Aaron. When Aaron leaves for a business trip, Ellie agrees to look after his children, but the festive season takes a turn when he disappears.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 65
Jane and EmmaMovie · 2018 · 90mTwo women, one white and one black, were taught to be enemies, but the teachings of Jesus called them friends. On the night Joseph Smith dies, his widow Emma faces despair. To support her friend in her time of need, Jane Manning must hear God's voice again. Will she be able to hear it? And if she does, will she have the strength to accept what she hears?IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.9 - 66
Arsène LupinMovie · 2004 · 131m · Romance, Action, AdventureThe charming thief Arsène Lupin targets the homes of Paris's wealthiest citizens, prompting a police hunt aided by a hidden asset.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.3 - 67
Jack the Ripper: The London SlasherMovie · 2016 · 98m · ThrillerIn 1888, a serial killer terrorizes Whitechapel, London, brutally attacking and murdering women. These crimes, which continued until 1891, became infamous as the 'Whitechapel murders' and were investigated by the London Metropolitan Police.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.9 - 68
BuddenbrooksMovie · 2008 · 151mLubeck, Germany, mid-19th century. The story follows the fourth generation of the Buddenbrook family of merchants as Tony and Thomas approach marriageable age. Their paths are repeatedly blocked by misfortune, and the family faces increasing hardship and personal setbacks that strain their relationships.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 69
The EmigrantsMovie · 2021 · 148mSweden, 1849. Driven by poverty, a family sets sail for America, seeking a better future. Aware of the perilous journey and the challenges of starting over in an unfamiliar, untamed land, they remain resolute in their pursuit of prosperity.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.7 - 70
Sherlock HolmesMovie · 2009 · 129m · Action, Adventure, CrimeSherlock Holmes, the unconventional consulting detective, and Dr. John Watson face a dangerous new enemy and must solve a perilous scheme threatening England's stability.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 71
Potter's GroundMovie · 2021 · 100m · Drama, Thriller, WesternA former Confederate raider seeks a fresh beginning working a small farm in Texas with his wife and daughter. He soon discovers that his history has a way of catching up to him.IMDb 4.3TMDB 6.2 - 72
The Electrical Life of Louis WainMovie · 2021 · 111m · Drama, History, ComedyThis is the remarkable true story of Louis Wain, a uniquely eccentric British artist. His whimsical and often surreal depictions of cats profoundly changed how the world saw these animals.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 73
A Noble IntentionMovie · 2015 · 115m · Drama1888: Luthier Vedder is forced to relocate when his house across from Amsterdam's new Central Station is slated for demolition to make way for the Victoria Hotel. His cousin Anijs, a pharmacist in the northern provinces, is in trouble due to illegal medical practices and seeks a solution for himself, his wife Martha, and a group of impoverished peat cutters he's promised a better life in the United States. Driven by commitment – or perhaps pride – the pair devise a plan intended to benefit everyone involved. It ultimately leads to tragic consequences.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 74
Civil LoveMovie · 2012 · 91mDuring the Civil War, widow Rachel blames the South for her husband's death. She reluctantly shelters a wounded enemy soldier in her barn. As they spend time together, Rachel realizes she must protect him from those hunting him. In doing so, she discovers a strength and capacity for love she thought she had lost.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.9 - 75
A Fortunate ManMovie · 2018 · 162m · DramaA talented engineer leaves behind his strict upbringing to seek fortune and status in Copenhagen's upper circles. His ascent in society is fueled by ambition, but that same ambition risks destroying him.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 76
My Cousin RachelMovie · 2017 · 106m · Drama, RomanceA young Englishman seeks revenge on his captivating cousin, whom he suspects of killing his guardian. However, his desire for vengeance is complicated as he becomes increasingly drawn to her alluring personality.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7 - 77
A Quiet PassionMovie · 2016 · 125m · DramaThis is the story of Emily Dickinson, an American poet, from her childhood as a student through her life as a private artist who was not widely known during her lifetime.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 78
The Courage to LoveMovie · 2000 · 87mIn 19th-century New Orleans, Creole woman Henriette faces a difficult decision: love or her faith. Both paths are fraught with challenges, as she challenges deeply held traditions.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 79
Ned KellyMovie · 2003 · 110m · Action, Adventure, DramaFaced with threats from Kelly's associates, Constable Fitzpatrick blames Ned Kelly and inflates the details of the incident. With a massive reward offered for his capture, Kelly and his gang flee into the wilderness, determined to evade those hunting them. They're willing to sacrifice their families to stay hidden, planning to clear their names while remaining outlaws.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 80
AngelicaMovie · 2017 · 95m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerIn Victorian London, a couple experiences a disturbing series of psychological and supernatural events after the arrival of their baby.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.6 - 81
The WarrantMovie · 2020 · 90mTwo Union soldiers, who fought together during the Civil War, now find themselves on opposing sides of the law as the nation struggles for peace after the war.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.9 - 82
DamselMovie · 2018 · 113m · Western, Drama, ComedyOregon, 1870. Henry, haunted by a tragic past and hoping to find solace in preaching, accepts a job from eccentric pioneer Samuel Alabaster. Henry is to officiate Samuel's wedding to the lovely Penelope. Unbeknownst to Henry, both he and Samuel must undertake a perilous journey through the harsh wilderness to reach her.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.3 - 83
Anna KareninaMovie · 1948 · 139m · Drama, RomanceSet in 19th century Russia, the story follows Anna Karenina, a refined woman struggling between her duties as a sister and her personal desires. Traveling to Moscow to help resolve a problem in her brother's marriage, she unexpectedly becomes involved in a new romance on the train. Her journey is complicated by Countess Vronsky and her son, who meet Colonel Vronsky at the Moscow station. His uniform enhances his charm, and Anna feels an immediate, powerful connection when their eyes meet. This sparks an intense passion that tests her loyalty and changes the direction of her life. The film explores themes of love, morality, and societal expectations within a detailed depiction of the period.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0 - 84
A Christmas CarolMovie · 1999 · 97m · Drama, Fantasy"A Christmas Carol" follows the change in the bitter and wealthy Ebenezer Scrooge as he encounters ghosts on Christmas Eve. This story examines Scrooge's lonely life, visited by spirits who show him missed chances and the pain he causes. These visits force him to face his own history of growing coldness and greed, giving him a choice between dying as he is or finding redemption. The story shows how thinking about the past, feeling for others, and changing oneself can determine one's future.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 85
Measuring the WorldMovie · 2012 · 127m · DramaGermany, early 1800s. "The Measurement of the World" chronicles the intertwined journeys of two exceptional and unconventional scientists: Alexander von Humboldt and Carl Friedrich Gauss.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.5 - 86
Anna KareninaMovie · 1997 · 108m · Drama, RomanceAnna Karenina follows a woman in 19th-century Russia who struggles with the rigid rules of her society. Married to Alexei Karenin, a high-ranking official, Anna has an affair with Count Vronsky, a charming cavalry officer. The story unfolds within St. Petersburg's elite circles, examining not just love but also the pressures of society and individual desires. As Anna's passion for Vronsky grows, it sparks scandal and difficult decisions that ultimately threaten to destroy or redefine her life.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 87
Greyfriars BobbyMovie · 1961 · 87m · Drama, FamilyIn 19th century Scotland, an elderly shepherd and his Skye terrier journey from the Highlands to Edinburgh. The city's excitement and difficulties test their bond as they search for a home and companionship. When the shepherd dies of pneumonia, the dog is devastated but determined to protect his memory.
Facing societal changes, the loyal dog remains by his master’s grave in Greyfriars Kirkyard, defying rules and enduring the challenges of city life. This story explores loyalty and devotion as Edinburgh's children and the Lord Provost are moved by their friendship. Together, they strive to honor the remarkable connection between man and dog.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 88
Peter PanMovie · 2003 · 113m · Adventure, Fantasy, FamilyIn Edwardian London, Wendy Darling captivates her brothers with nightly stories of daring adventures and the villainous Captain Hook. Their world changes when Peter Pan arrives one night and takes them on an extraordinary journey to Neverland, a magical place filled with stars and jungles where they become the heroes of their own story.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.1 - 89
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Silk StockingMovie · 2004 · 99m · Mystery, Crime, TV MovieA young woman, poorly dressed, is found dead in the mudflats of the Thames during low tide. The police believe she was a prostitute, but Dr. Watson suspects a more complex case. He seeks out his old friend Sherlock Holmes, who is now retired and finding himself with little to occupy his time.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 90
The Adventurer: The Curse of the Midas BoxMovie · 2013 · 99m · Fantasy, Adventure, FamilyWhen Mariah Mundi's parents disappear and his younger brother is kidnapped, his life is shattered. He follows a series of clues to the Prince Regent Hotel, uncovering a hidden world of monsters that steal children, dangerous secrets, and a legendary artifact promising unlimited wealth—but also terrible supernatural power. With his family's fate, and the world's, hanging in the balance, Mariah must risk everything to solve the mystery of the Midas Box Curse.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.7 - 91
The Black CandleMovie · 1991 · 103mLily Whitmore is the heir to a failing factory and wants to revive it. However, she must deal with the manipulative Lionel Filmore, who will stop at nothing to marry into her family.IMDb 6.4TMDB 4.0 - 92
Crimson PeakMovie · 2015 · 119m · Horror, Mystery, RomanceFollowing a family tragedy, a young writer struggles between her feelings for a longtime friend and the allure of a captivating stranger. Seeking refuge from her painful history, she finds herself drawn to a house with a strange, living presence – a house that seems to hold onto the past.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 93
Wild Nights with EmilyMovie · 2018 · 84m · History, ComedyThe film explores a previously hidden aspect of Emily Dickinson's life: her lively and unconventional personality, often concealed throughout her career. It centers on her enduring romantic connection with a woman.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 94
The Ballad of Buster ScruggsMovie · 2018 · 132m · Western, Comedy, DramaThe film presents interconnected stories of six people in the American West shortly after the Civil War. It follows a skilled musician, a man planning a bank heist, two performers on a long journey, a solitary gold seeker, a woman seeking a new life westward, and a diverse group of strangers on a carriage trip.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 95
LudwigMovie · 1973 · 238m · Drama, HistoryThe film follows the difficult final years of Ludwig II's reign as King of Bavaria, from his coronation in 1864 to his death in 1886. It portrays him as a romantic figure, exploring his complicated connection with composer Richard Wagner and his affection for his cousin Elisabeth of Austria, whose rejection contributes to Ludwig's decline. As the king struggles with his feelings for men in a time when such feelings were unacceptable, he slowly becomes mentally unstable, revealing a disturbing portrait of a troubled person burdened by his royal responsibilities.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 96
Silver SkatesMovie · 2020 · 136m · Romance, Adventure, DramaSt. Petersburg, 1899. The city is alive with Christmas festivities, despite the frozen waterways. On the cusp of a new century, unlikely people find themselves drawn together. Matvey, a lamplighter's son who cherishes his silver skates; Alice, the daughter of an important official with scientific ambitions. Each carries a heavy past, but a chance encounter sparks a shared journey toward their aspirations.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.5 - 97
The Black PrinceMovie · 2017 · 120mThe Black Prince tells the story of the last Sikh Maharaja, son of the powerful Ranjit Singh. He ascended to the throne at age five after his father's death. In 1849, the young prince was deposed and sent to England. His subsequent attempts to return to India and regain his kingdom were unsuccessful, blocked by the British.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.9 - 98
SilkMovie · 2007 · 107m · Drama, RomanceHervé, a French silkworm trader, is married to Hélène. A disease devastates European silkworms, so Hervé journeys to Japan for healthy eggs. After a lengthy trip, he finds a village where he can purchase them and becomes captivated by a young concubine. He makes efforts to see her again. However, war erupts in Japan, and the concubine flees. Hervé is then compelled to return home to Hélène.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 99
The Red InnMovie · 2007 · 90m · ComedyA group of travelers find refuge in a remote mountain inn. The innkeeper reveals to a monk his practice of poisoning the guests' soup, planning to steal their valuables and bury the bodies in the yard. The story follows the monk as he attempts to save the guests without breaking his sacred vow of secrecy.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.4 - 100
The InstituteMovie · 2017 · 98m · Thriller, Mystery, HorrorIn 19th century Baltimore, Isabel Porter, deeply grieving the loss of her parents, enters the Rosewood Institute. There, she undergoes strange and increasingly brutal experiments intended to alter her personality, brainwash her, and control her mind. To avoid being permanently broken by the Rosewood, Isabel must escape and seek revenge.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.3
