126 Classic Period TV Series
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The UntouchablesTV · 1959 · 4 seasons · Drama, CrimeChicago, 1930s. Special Agent Eliot Ness wages war against the city's powerful criminal underworld. Leading a team of unwavering agents, Ness plunges into a world of corruption and dangerous power plays to take down notorious gangsters. Facing overwhelming obstacles and relentless pressure, he and his team fight to restore honesty and justice to a city teetering on the edge. This historical drama is an epic struggle between law and crime, exploring themes of right and wrong, bravery, and the will to succeed when all seems lost.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 102
GunsmokeTV · 1955 · 20 seasons · Western, Action & Adventure, DramaGunsmoke, a classic Western, originally a radio hit, follows the stories of Dodge City, Kansas, during the Wild West. The show centers on Marshal Matt Dillon, who embodies law and order as he faces the challenges of a changing frontier. William Conrad voiced Dillon on the radio, and James Arness brought him to life on television. Gunsmoke explores themes of justice, survival, and difficult choices, offering a look back at a captivating time in American history.IMDb 8.1TMDB 6.6 - 103
Bleak HouseTV · 2005 · 1 seasons · DramaSecrets, wealth, and the possibility of redemption connect John Jarndyce, his wards Richard and Ada, and Lady Dedlock through the lengthy legal battle of "Jarndyce vs. Jarndyce." They are unknowingly shaped by the case's impact on their lives, where the past casts a long shadow.
As the mysterious Tulkinghorn investigates Lady Dedlock's hidden history, he uncovers a shocking secret that fundamentally changes everyone's lives. The Jarndyce case deepens, testing the bonds of trust and family. Caught in a complex network of relationships and legal struggles, the characters confront their pasts and the pressure to meet expectations, searching for resolution and a brighter future. It's a story about forgiveness, identity, and the unwavering search for truth amidst hardship.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.1 - 104
The Playboy ClubTV · 2011 · 1 seasons · DramaChicago, early 1960s. The Playboy Club is the ultimate destination for excitement, luxury, and a hint of controversy. Membership is the key – a badge of success and desirability. This series plunges viewers into the club's intoxicating world, where ambition and desire collide. It’s a story of friendship, indulgence, and self-discovery set against a backdrop of societal change, exploring the complicated relationships between power, aspirations, and the promise of the American Dream.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.4 - 105
Harley and the DavidsonsTV · 2016 · 1 seasons · Drama"Harley and the Davidsons" is a compelling drama about the birth of a motorcycle icon, set in America as it hurtles towards the 20th century. Based on true events, the series explores the lives and ambitions of William S. Harley, Arthur Davidson, and Walter Davidson – the men who founded Harley-Davidson. It follows their challenges and triumphs as they navigate a time of great social change and groundbreaking technology. The story is driven by their unwavering determination to build the perfect motorcycle, an ambition that would change history.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 106
Z: The Beginning of EverythingTV · 2015 · 1 seasons · DramaThis biographical series tells the story of Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald, a vibrant Southern woman who became the defining spirit of the 1920s flapper era. Told from Zelda's point of view, the show begins with her life before she meets the ambitious writer F. Scott Fitzgerald. It explores their passionate and often turbulent relationship, from their blissful marriage to the intense conflicts they faced. As America’s most celebrated couple, they navigate fame, love, and artistic dreams against the dazzling backdrop of the Roaring Twenties, offering an intimate look at their complicated and remarkable lives.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 107
Agatha Christie's PoirotTV · 1989 · 13 seasons · HorrorBelgian detective Hercule Poirot, known for his sharp mind and distinctive style, travels from England to Egypt with his loyal companions. He faces a series of elaborate deceptions, using all his ingenuity to solve the mystery.IMDb 8.6TMDB 8.2 - 108
Boardwalk EmpireTV · 2010 · 5 seasons · Crime, DramaIn 1920s Atlantic City, Prohibition is about to begin, but the city thrives on bending the rules. At the center of it all is Enoch "Nucky" Thompson, the town's treasurer – a powerful figure who operates with equal skill in politics and organized crime. He controls everything.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.0 - 109
11.22.63TV · 2016 · 1 seasons · Drama, Sci-Fi & FantasyA high school teacher journeys through time to stop the Kennedy assassination, only to find himself unexpectedly drawn to the life he’s built in the past.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 110
M*A*S*HTV · 1972 · 11 seasons · War & Politics, Drama, ComedyStationed deep within the Korean War, the 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital relies on its own ingenuity to survive. Facing difficult conditions, the unit’s doctors, nurses, administrators, and soldiers cope with humor, practical jokes, and playful revenge, finding ways to make wartime life more bearable.IMDb 8.5TMDB 7.9 - 111
North & SouthTV · 2004 · 1 seasons · DramaMargaret Hale, uprooted from a quiet country life, finds herself in the bustling industrial town of Milton. There, she clashes with John Thornton, a driven mill owner whose strength mirrors her own stubbornness. When a bitter strike divides the community, Margaret unexpectedly aligns with the workers, intensifying their conflict. Amidst escalating tensions, Margaret is surprised to discover feelings for Thornton...IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.1 - 112
Jane EyreTV · 2006 · 1 seasons · DramaCharlotte Brontë’s beloved novel tells of an orphaned young woman who becomes a governess at a somber estate in Yorkshire, and finds herself drawn to the enigmatic Edward Rochester.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.7 - 113
Upstairs DownstairsTV · 2010 · 2 seasons · DramaSet in 1936, the series transports audiences to the opulent world of Belgravia, London. A new family occupies 165 Eaton Place, and viewers witness how the social and personal pressures of the turbulent pre-war era impact their lives and those of their servants.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 114
Little House on the PrairieTV · 1974 · 9 seasons · Western, Drama, FamilyAs Wisconsin’s forests become too challenging for hunting, Charles Ingalls hesitantly leads his family westward to pioneer a new life. Their experiences farming in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, during the 1870s and 1880s are marked by adventure, tragedy, and joy. Based on the books of Laura Ingalls Wilder.IMDb 7.6TMDB 8.0 - 115
The BuccaneersTV · 1995 · 1 seasons · DramaExcluded from New York’s elite circles because of their families' wealth, four American women seek acceptance in London. Governess Laura Testvalley proposes a traditional season, sending the young women to England and into the path of the unsuspecting aristocracy. Soon, each girl finds a potential match, but youngest Nan appears to have captured the most desirable prize: Julius, the handsome and wealthy Duke of Trevennick. However, the girls quickly realize that English nobility isn’t what they imagined.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.8 - 116
Brideshead RevisitedTV · 1981 · 1 seasons · DramaDrawn in by the glamour of a privileged family, agnostic Charles Ryder becomes entangled with the Flytes, a wealthy and devoutly Catholic dynasty. Despite clashing beliefs, his connection to them endures across the years separating the World Wars.IMDb 8.5TMDB 7.9 - 117
The HalcyonTV · 2017 · 1 seasons · Drama, War & PoliticsA luxurious five-star hotel, the heart of London’s elite, becomes a focal point amidst a world engulfed in conflict.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.3 - 118
The Forsyte SagaTV · 2002 · 2 seasons · DramaThe Forsyte Saga is a British-American drama television serial based on John Galsworthy’s novel series. Spanning from the 1870s to the 1920s, it explores three generations of an upper-middle-class family.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 119
Mercy StreetTV · 2016 · 2 seasons · DramaTwo volunteer nurses—New England abolitionist Mary Phinney and Confederate supporter Emma Green—lead very different lives during the Civil War. Based on true stories, the series unfolds in a Union hospital within occupied Alexandria, Virginia, offering an intimate look at Americans grappling with the unprecedented challenges of this turbulent era beyond the battlefield.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.2 - 120
Jamaica InnTV · 2014 · 1 seasons · DramaAgainst the wild Cornish moors of 1820, young Mary is sent to live with her Aunt Patience after her mother's death. Arriving at the isolated Jamaica Inn, she finds her aunt transformed into a subdued drudge controlled by her husband, Joss. The Inn appears deserted, its rooms locked and used for storage, but it soon becomes clear this is a facade: Joss leads a smuggling ring, and Jamaica Inn serves as the center of his illicit operation.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 121
The Crimson FieldTV · 2014 · 1 seasons · Drama, War & PoliticsOn the French coast, within a field hospital tent, doctors, nurses, and volunteers dedicate themselves to healing the physical and emotional wounds of soldiers returning from the trenches.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 122
Bomb GirlsTV · 2012 · 2 seasons · Drama, War & PoliticsThis ensemble drama follows a group of women working in a munitions factory during World War II, portraying their challenges and newfound independence.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.2 - 123
Dancing on the EdgeTV · 2013 · 1 seasons · DramaA gripping 1930s drama follows a jazz band navigating life and love in a rapidly changing London.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 124
A Place to Call HomeTV · 2013 · 6 seasons · Drama, SoapA mysterious woman finds herself caught between the shadow of World War II and the promise of a fresh start in Australia. This sweeping romantic drama follows the Blighs, a wealthy and complex farming family, as they navigate life in 1950s rural Australia, specifically Inverness, NSW.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.3 - 125
Home FiresTV · 2015 · 2 seasons · Comedy, DramaThe story follows a group of remarkable women in a rural Cheshire community, living under the growing shadow of World War II. As conflict divides families—husbands, fathers, sons, brothers—they face immense pressures in a world falling apart. United as the Great Paxford Women’s Institute, they strive to hold their nation together and uncover hidden strengths that will transform their lives forever.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.3 - 126
Land GirlsTV · 2009 · 3 seasons · Drama, War & PoliticsDuring World War II, this series follows the intertwined lives, loves, and struggles of four young women in the Women’s Land Army, working on the Hoxley Estate.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.8
