History Movies

Tall Tales Tall Tales 6.9 1h 52min
Tall Tales
IMDb: 6.9
1h 52min

In the aftermath of World War II, a swindler fleeing from his past becomes entangled in an intense romance that could ultimately lead to his demise.

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Patterns of Evidence: The Moses Controversy Patterns of Evidence: The Moses Controversy 6.7 2h 20min
Patterns of Evidence: The Moses Controversy
IMDb: 6.7
2h 20min

This documentary delves into the historical and scholarly debate surrounding the authorship of the first five books of the Bible, traditionally attributed to Moses. Directed by Timothy P. Mahoney, the…

The Keeper The Keeper 7.3 1h 54min
The Keeper
IMDb: 7.3
1h 54min

This is the tale of a man whose passion for football, devotion to England, and affection for his beloved Margaret propelled him from being perceived as a Nazi ‘villain’ to…

The Viking War The Viking War 2.3 1h 43min
The Viking War
IMDb: 2.3
1h 43min

Ingrid and her siblings are fleeing from the Beserkers, who have started attacking villages and forcing the inhabitants into brutal contests against them. The stakes are life or death, but…

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Jane Eyre Jane Eyre 1h 30min
Jane Eyre
IMDb: N/A
1h 30min

A contemporary adaptation of a Brontë romance set against the backdrop of today’s IT industry.

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Genre: History
Apollo 11 Apollo 11 8.1 1h 33min
Apollo 11
IMDb: 8.1
1h 33min

This documentary offers an immersive look at the historic 1969 mission to land on the moon, featuring never-before-seen footage and audio recordings. Directed by Todd Douglas Miller, it provides a…

The Green Book: Guide to Freedom The Green Book: Guide to Freedom 8.2 52min
The Green Book: Guide to Freedom
IMDb: 8.2
52min

In the 1930s, Victor Green, an African-American postal worker from Harlem, released a publication that served both as a travel guide and a survival manual. Known as The Negro Motorist…

The Edge of Democracy The Edge of Democracy 7.3 2h 1min
The Edge of Democracy
IMDb: 7.3
2h 1min

This documentary, directed by Petra Costa, delves into the tumultuous political landscape of Brazil, chronicling the rise and fall of two Brazilian presidents, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Dilma…

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15 Rounds 15 Rounds 4.8 1h 35min
15 Rounds
IMDb: 4.8
1h 35min

The film tells the real-life story of Chuck Wepner, an unlikely contender in the boxing world, who is given the opportunity to face off against the legendary champion, Muhammad Ali.

Amundsen Amundsen 6.2 2h 5min
Amundsen
IMDb: 6.2
2h 5min

This biographical drama delves into the life of the legendary Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, capturing his relentless pursuit of adventure and his groundbreaking expeditions to the polar regions. Directed by…

Bill Tilghman and the Outlaws Bill Tilghman and the Outlaws 3.0 1h 57min
Bill Tilghman and the Outlaws
IMDb: 3
1h 57min

A film production team arrives in Oklahoma with the aim of persuading the legendary lawman Bill Tilghman to take part in a silent movie about a bank heist, featuring actual…

Brexit: The Uncivil War Brexit: The Uncivil War 7.0 1h 38min
Brexit: The Uncivil War
IMDb: 7
1h 38min

Strategist Dominic Cummings spearheads an effort to persuade the British public to vote in favor of exiting the European Union.

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The Least of These The Least of These 5.8 1h 52min
The Least of These
IMDb: 5.8
1h 52min

Set in late 1990s India, this film follows the story of journalist Manav Banerjee, played by Sharman Joshi, who relocates with his pregnant wife to a small town in search…

Genre: Drama, History
Romulus & Remus: The First King Romulus & Remus: The First King 6.5 2h 3min
Romulus & Remus: The First King
IMDb: 6.5
2h 3min

Two brothers, Romulus and Remus, will have to rely on each other to survive in a hostile world. The city of Rome, one of the greatest empires in history, will…

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Romulus & Remus: The First King Romulus & Remus: The First King 6.5 2h 3min
Romulus & Remus: The First King
IMDb: 6.5
2h 3min

Set in the 8th century BC, this historical drama explores the mythic tale of two brothers, Romulus and Remus, as they embark on a journey that will lead to the…

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15 Minutes of War 15 Minutes of War 6.4 1h 38min
15 Minutes of War
IMDb: 6.4
1h 38min

In February 1976, a group of Somali insurgents seized a school bus filled with 21 French children and their teacher in Djibouti City. The hijackers drove the bus to a…

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Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
Who Will Write Our History? Who Will Write Our History? 7.5 1h 35min
Who Will Write Our History?
IMDb: 7.5
1h 35min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this documentary delves into the clandestine efforts of a group of Jewish intellectuals in the Warsaw Ghetto who risked their lives…

The Great Hack The Great Hack 7.0
The Great Hack
IMDb: 7
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This compelling documentary delves into the complex world of data privacy and the impact of social media on democracy, focusing on the controversial practices of Cambridge Analytica. Through the perspectives…

Thackeray Thackeray 5.4 2h 19min
Thackeray
IMDb: 5.4
2h 19min

This biographical drama chronicles the life of Bal Thackeray, the founder of the Indian political party Shiv Sena. The film delves into his journey from a cartoonist to a powerful…

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Vice Vice 7.2 2h 12min
Vice
IMDb: 7.2
2h 12min

Directed by Adam McKay, this film offers a deep dive into the life and political career of Dick Cheney, portrayed by Christian Bale, who underwent a remarkable physical transformation for…

Memory: The Origins of Alien Memory: The Origins of Alien 6.8 1h 35min
Memory: The Origins of Alien
IMDb: 6.8
1h 35min

This narrative explores the previously unshared backstory of Ridley Scott’s Alien, drawing inspiration from Greek and Egyptian myths, underground comic art, Francis Bacon’s paintings, and the eerie imaginations of Dan…

Mary Queen of Scots Mary Queen of Scots 6.3 2h 4min
Mary Queen of Scots
IMDb: 6.3
2h 4min

In this historical drama directed by Josie Rourke, the tumultuous life of Mary Stuart unfolds as she returns to Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne, challenging the rule of her…

The Accidental Prime Minister The Accidental Prime Minister 6.0 1h 51min
The Accidental Prime Minister
IMDb: 6
1h 51min

Based on the memoir by Sanjaya Baru, this film delves into the political landscape of India, focusing on the tenure of Dr. Manmohan Singh as the Prime Minister. The narrative…

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Panic: The Untold Story of the 2008 Financial Crisis Panic: The Untold Story of the 2008 Financial Crisis 7.3 1h 36min
Panic: The Untold Story of the 2008 Financial Crisis
IMDb: 7.3
1h 36min

This documentary explores the causes behind the financial meltdown of 2008 and examines the actions taken by Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, New York Federal Reserve President Timothy Geithner, and Federal…

Colette Colette 6.7 1h 51min
Colette
IMDb: 6.7
1h 51min

Set in the late 19th century, this film follows the life of a young woman, portrayed by Keira Knightley, who marries a successful Parisian writer. As she ghostwrites a series…

Robot Planet Robot Planet 4.4 1h 7min
Robot Planet
IMDb: 4.4
1h 7min

For many years, science fiction authors have both fascinated and frightened us with their visions of a world dominated by artificial intelligence, featuring everything from cyborg armies to hordes of…

Default Default 6.7 1h 54min
Default
IMDb: 6.7
1h 54min

With just one week remaining before South Korea faces a sovereign default, Han Shi-Hyun, who leads the monetary policy team at the Bank of Korea, is tasked with joining a…

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Genre: Drama, History
A War Over Reality A War Over Reality 5.6 1h 7min
A War Over Reality
IMDb: 5.6
1h 7min

For thousands of years, humans thrived on this planet without relying on electronic devices. There were no smartphones, tablets, or smart gadgets managing our homes. We understood the rhythms of…

Genre: History
Victoria & Albert: The Royal Wedding Victoria & Albert: The Royal Wedding 7.6 1h 30min
Victoria & Albert: The Royal Wedding
IMDb: 7.6
1h 30min

Historian Lucy Worsley brings to life the 1840 nuptials of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. With the help of a group of specialists, Worsley meticulously reconstructs the key aspects of…

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All Is True All Is True 6.3 1h 41min
All Is True
IMDb: 6.3
1h 41min

Set in the twilight years of William Shakespeare’s life, this film explores the playwright’s return to his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon after the Globe Theatre burns down. Kenneth Branagh, who also…

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Victoria & Albert: The Royal Wedding Victoria & Albert: The Royal Wedding 7.6 1h 30min
Victoria & Albert: The Royal Wedding
IMDb: 7.6
1h 30min

Historian Lucy Worsley restages the 1840 wedding of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Aided by a team of experts, Worsley recreates the most important elements of the ceremony and the…

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The Favourite The Favourite 7.5 1h 59min
The Favourite
IMDb: 7.5
1h 59min

Set in the early 18th century, this film explores the volatile dynamics within the court of Queen Anne of England. The story revolves around the intense rivalry between two cousins,…

Green Book Green Book 8.2 2h 10min
Green Book
IMDb: 8.2
2h 10min

Set in the 1960s, this film follows the unlikely friendship between Tony Lip, an Italian-American bouncer, and Dr. Don Shirley, a renowned African-American pianist, as they embark on a concert…

At Eternity’s Gate At Eternity’s Gate 6.9 1h 51min
At Eternity’s Gate
IMDb: 6.9
1h 51min

Directed by Julian Schnabel, this film delves into the tumultuous final years of the renowned painter Vincent van Gogh, capturing his struggles with mental health and his relentless pursuit of…

At Eternity’s Gate At Eternity’s Gate 6.9 1h 51min
At Eternity’s Gate
IMDb: 6.9
1h 51min

This film, directed by Julian Schnabel, offers an intimate portrayal of the final years of the renowned painter Vincent van Gogh. Starring Willem Dafoe in a compelling performance as van…

MARS: Inside SpaceX MARS: Inside SpaceX 7.3 46min
MARS: Inside SpaceX
IMDb: 7.3
46min

This compilation features the highlights from the first season of SpaceX’s Mars series, along with fresh footage of the Falcon Heavy. It delves into SpaceX’s ambitious strategy to transport humans…

The Front Runner The Front Runner 6.1 1h 53min
The Front Runner
IMDb: 6.1
1h 53min

In this political drama directed by Jason Reitman, Hugh Jackman stars as Gary Hart, a charismatic U.S. senator whose 1988 presidential campaign is derailed by a scandal. The film delves…

The Last of the Manson Girls The Last of the Manson Girls 5.1 1h 13min
The Last of the Manson Girls
IMDb: 5.1
1h 13min

Counterculture journalist Paul Krassner sets out on a psychedelic journey, fueled by LSD, to explore the lives of the remaining followers of Charles Manson: Brenda McCann, Sandra Good, and Lynette…

Robin Hood The Rebellion Robin Hood The Rebellion 3.3 1h 32min
Robin Hood The Rebellion
IMDb: 3.3
1h 32min

In this 2018 action-adventure film directed by Nicholas Winter, the legendary outlaw Robin Hood leads a daring rebellion against the oppressive Sheriff of Nottingham. The story focuses on Robin’s quest…

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Iceman 2: The Time Traveler Iceman 2: The Time Traveler 4.0 1h 44min
Iceman 2: The Time Traveler
IMDb: 4
1h 44min

An imperial guard and his three childhood friends, who betrayed him and were tasked with capturing him, end up accidentally buried and frozen in time. Four centuries later, they are…

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Air Strike Air Strike 3.2 1h 36min
Air Strike
IMDb: 3.2
1h 36min

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film follows a group of Chinese villagers and pilots as they struggle to protect a crucial military supply line from relentless…

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The Photographer of Mauthausen The Photographer of Mauthausen 6.8 1h 50min
The Photographer of Mauthausen
IMDb: 6.8
1h 50min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this film follows the true story of Francisco Boix, a Spanish photographer and prisoner at the Mauthausen concentration camp. Boix, portrayed…

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Mordene i Kongo Mordene i Kongo 6.1 2h 2min
Mordene i Kongo
IMDb: 6.1
2h 2min

In the spring of 2009, two Norwegian explorers, Joshua French and Tjostolv Moland, find themselves accused of murdering their driver shortly before entering eastern Congo. This incident triggers a complex…

Oma maa Oma maa 6.5 1h 48min
Oma maa
IMDb: 6.5
1h 48min

Set in post-World War II Finland, this film follows the poignant journey of a young couple, Anni and Veikko, as they strive to build a life together amidst the challenges…

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Bohemian Rhapsody Bohemian Rhapsody 7.9 2h 14min
Bohemian Rhapsody
IMDb: 7.9
2h 14min

This biographical drama chronicles the rise of the iconic British rock band Queen, focusing on the life of its legendary lead singer, Freddie Mercury, portrayed by Rami Malek. The film…

Can You Ever Forgive Me? Can You Ever Forgive Me? 7.1 1h 46min
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
IMDb: 7.1
1h 46min

In this 2018 film directed by Marielle Heller, Melissa McCarthy delivers a compelling performance as Lee Israel, a once-successful biographer who turns to literary forgery to make ends meet. The…

They Shall Not Grow Old They Shall Not Grow Old 8.2 1h 39min
They Shall Not Grow Old
IMDb: 8.2
1h 39min

This documentary, directed by Peter Jackson, offers a vivid portrayal of World War I through the restoration and colorization of original archival footage. By using advanced technology, the film brings…

Bigger Bigger 6.4 1h 47min
Bigger
IMDb: 6.4
1h 47min

This is the inspiring story of Joe and Ben Weider, pioneers of the modern fitness movement. Despite facing significant challenges such as anti-Semitism, racism, and severe poverty, the brothers overcame…