History Movies

Deepwater Horizon Deepwater Horizon 7.1 1h 47min
Deepwater Horizon
IMDb: 7.1
1h 47min

Directed by Peter Berg, this gripping film chronicles the harrowing events leading up to and during the catastrophic oil rig disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. The story focuses on…

Genre: Action, Drama, History
Targeted: Exposing the Gun Control Agenda Targeted: Exposing the Gun Control Agenda 4.8 1h 7min
Targeted: Exposing the Gun Control Agenda
IMDb: 4.8
1h 7min

“Targeted” delves into the pressing contemporary issue of gun control, offering a thrilling exploration led by 22-year-old filmmaker Jesse Winton. The film follows Winton on a global journey as he…

Egon Schiele: Tod und Mädchen Egon Schiele: Tod und Mädchen 6.5 1h 50min
Egon Schiele: Tod und Mädchen
IMDb: 6.5
1h 50min

In the early 1900s, Egon Schiele emerges as one of Vienna’s most daring artists. His existence and creations are fueled by captivating women and a fading era. Two women profoundly…

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The Lovers and the Despot The Lovers and the Despot 6.6 1h 38min
The Lovers and the Despot
IMDb: 6.6
1h 38min

This gripping documentary delves into the extraordinary true story of a South Korean film director and his actress ex-wife who were kidnapped by North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il. The film…

The Man with Thousand Faces The Man with Thousand Faces 6.8 2h 3min
The Man with Thousand Faces
IMDb: 6.8
2h 3min

A story about deception and fraudsters, inspired by real events and centered around one of the most fascinating figures of recent times: the spy Francisco Paesa.

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USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage 5.3 2h 8min
USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage
IMDb: 5.3
2h 8min

Set during the harrowing final days of World War II, this film follows the crew of the USS Indianapolis, a naval ship tasked with a top-secret mission that ultimately leads…

Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
Riphagen Riphagen 7.1 2h 11min
Riphagen
IMDb: 7.1
2h 11min

Set during the tumultuous period of World War II, this gripping Dutch film follows the notorious criminal Dries Riphagen, who exploits the chaos of the Nazi occupation in the Netherlands…

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Drain the Ocean: WWII Drain the Ocean: WWII 6.8 44min
Drain the Ocean: WWII
IMDb: 6.8
44min

What mysteries lie beneath the sea’s surface? The aftermath of World War II left numerous ships and submarines concealed under the ocean. As the waters recede, each vessel unveils its…

The Siege of Jadotville The Siege of Jadotville 7.2 1h 48min
The Siege of Jadotville
IMDb: 7.2
1h 48min

Set against the backdrop of the Congo Crisis in the early 1960s, this film follows the harrowing true story of an Irish UN peacekeeping unit besieged by mercenaries and local…

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Silicon Cowboys Silicon Cowboys 6.9 1h 17min
Silicon Cowboys
IMDb: 6.9
1h 17min

In 1982, three friends gathered in a Houston diner to create Compaq Computer, aiming to develop a portable PC to challenge IBM, the dominant force in the tech industry. While…

The Beatles: Eight Days a Week The Beatles: Eight Days a Week 7.8 1h 46min
The Beatles: Eight Days a Week
IMDb: 7.8
1h 46min

This documentary, directed by Ron Howard, delves into the whirlwind touring years of The Beatles from 1962 to 1966, capturing the band’s meteoric rise to fame and the cultural phenomenon…

Snowden Snowden 7.3 2h 14min
Snowden
IMDb: 7.3
2h 14min

Directed by Oliver Stone, this biographical political thriller delves into the life of Edward Snowden, a former NSA contractor who exposed the agency’s mass surveillance programs. The film stars Joseph…

Command and Control Command and Control 7.3 1h 32min
Command and Control
IMDb: 7.3
1h 32min

On the evening of September 18, 1980, at 6:25 p.m., a catastrophic explosion at the Titan II missile base in Damascus, Arkansas, resulted in the death of an Air Force…

The Founder The Founder 7.2 1h 55min
The Founder
IMDb: 7.2
1h 55min

This biographical drama chronicles the rise of Ray Kroc, a struggling salesman who transforms a small, family-run burger operation into a global fast-food empire. Michael Keaton delivers a compelling performance…

Sami Blood Sami Blood 7.3 1h 50min
Sami Blood
IMDb: 7.3
1h 50min

Set in 1930s Sweden, this poignant drama follows a young Sámi girl who dreams of a different life beyond her indigenous community. As she navigates the challenges of cultural assimilation…

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Genre: Drama, History
The Birth of a Nation The Birth of a Nation 6.5 2min
The Birth of a Nation
IMDb: 6.5
2min

Set in the antebellum South, this film follows the life of Nat Turner, an enslaved African American preacher who becomes the leader of a historic rebellion. Nate Parker, who also…

Devil’s Bride Devil’s Bride 6.0 1h 50min
Devil’s Bride
IMDb: 6
1h 50min

Set in the 17th century, this historical drama directed by Saara Cantell delves into the harrowing witch trials in Finland. The film follows the story of a young maid who…

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Genre: Drama, History
Cameraperson Cameraperson 7.4 1h 42min
Cameraperson
IMDb: 7.4
1h 42min

This documentary offers a deeply personal glimpse into the life and work of cinematographer Kirsten Johnson, weaving together footage from her 25-year career. It explores themes of memory, identity, and…

Devil’s Bride Devil’s Bride 6.0 1h 48min
Devil’s Bride
IMDb: 6
1h 48min

Anna’s story takes place on Åland Island in 1666, during the beginning of the most widespread and systematic witch-hunts in Scandinavian history. In all, 16 women were convicted of being…

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Genre: Drama, History
Bilal: A New Breed of Hero Bilal: A New Breed of Hero 7.6 1h 45min
Bilal: A New Breed of Hero
IMDb: 7.6
1h 45min

Set in a time of great historical significance, this animated feature follows the journey of a young boy who dreams of becoming a warrior. As he grows, he faces numerous…

Sully Sully 7.4 1h 36min
Sully
IMDb: 7.4
1h 36min

Directed by Clint Eastwood, this film chronicles the harrowing true story of Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, portrayed by Tom Hanks, who successfully executed an emergency landing on the Hudson River…

The Age of Shadows The Age of Shadows 7.1 2h 20min
The Age of Shadows
IMDb: 7.1
2h 20min

Set in the late 1920s during the Japanese occupation of Korea, this gripping thriller follows a Korean police officer, played by Song Kang-ho, who is torn between his duty to…

Frantz Frantz 7.5 1h 53min
Frantz
IMDb: 7.5
1h 53min

Set in the aftermath of World War I, this poignant drama explores themes of grief, forgiveness, and the lingering effects of war. The story follows a young German woman named…

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9/11 Inside the Pentagon 9/11 Inside the Pentagon 7.1 54min
9/11 Inside the Pentagon
IMDb: 7.1
54min

The events of the September 11, 2001, attack on the Pentagon are revisited through the personal narratives of Pentagon staff, emergency responders, aviation specialists, and reporters. The film also features…

I Called Him Morgan I Called Him Morgan 7.3 1h 32min
I Called Him Morgan
IMDb: 7.3
1h 32min

This documentary delves into the life and tragic death of jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan, exploring his tumultuous relationship with his common-law wife, Helen. Through a blend of archival footage, interviews,…

Finding Oscar Finding Oscar 7.2 1h 40min
Finding Oscar
IMDb: 7.2
1h 40min

“Finding Oscar” is a full-length documentary that delves into the pursuit of justice surrounding the tragic Dos Erres massacre in Guatemala. This quest uncovers the story of two young boys…

Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks 5.6 46min
Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks
IMDb: 5.6
46min

This movie explores the breach of the Ashley Madison website, known for facilitating extramarital affairs, and delves into the consequences that ensued after the users’ emails were made public.

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Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks 5.6 46min
Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks
IMDb: 5.6
46min

This movie explores the breach of the Ashley Madison website, known for facilitating extramarital affairs, and delves into the consequences that ensued after the users’ emails were made public.

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Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks 5.6 46min
Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Cyber Attacks
IMDb: 5.6
46min

This film details the hacking of the Ashley Madison “extramarital affairs” website and the fallout from the public release of its users’ emails.

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Southside with You Southside with You 6.3 1h 24min
Southside with You
IMDb: 6.3
1h 24min

This charming romantic drama chronicles the first date between a young Barack Obama and Michelle Robinson during a summer day in 1989 Chicago. The film stars Parker Sawyers and Tika…

Ben-Hur Ben-Hur 5.7 2h 3min
Ben-Hur
IMDb: 5.7
2h 3min

In this 2016 epic, the story follows Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince who is betrayed by his adopted brother Messala, a Roman officer. After years of slavery, Judah returns to…

One Nation Under Trump One Nation Under Trump 2.9 1h 2min
One Nation Under Trump
IMDb: 2.9
1h 2min

“One Nation Under Trump” is the inaugural in-depth feature documentary that explores the essence of the relentless Donald Trump movement, tracing its journey from its grassroots beginnings to its peak…

Anthropoid Anthropoid 7.2 2min
Anthropoid
IMDb: 7.2
2min

Set during World War II, this gripping historical drama follows the true story of Operation Anthropoid, the mission to assassinate SS General Reinhard Heydrich, a key architect of the Holocaust….

The Last Princess The Last Princess 7.1 2h 7min
The Last Princess
IMDb: 7.1
2h 7min

Set against the backdrop of Korea’s tumultuous history, this film follows the life of Princess Deokhye, the last princess of the Korean Empire, as she navigates the challenges of living…

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Britain’s Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time Britain’s Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time 7.5 59min
Britain’s Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time
IMDb: 7.5
59min

Professor Alice Roberts joins the team excavating a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age village in the Cambridgeshire Fens that’s been called the ‘British Pompeii’ due to the remarkable levels of preservation.

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Britain’s Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time Britain’s Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time 7.5 59min
Britain’s Pompeii: A Village Lost in Time
IMDb: 7.5
59min

Professor Alice Roberts becomes part of the team unearthing a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age settlement in the Cambridgeshire Fens, famously dubbed the ‘British Pompeii’ because of its extraordinary state of preservation.

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The King’s Highway The King’s Highway 8.0 1h 38min
The King’s Highway
IMDb: 8
1h 38min

“The King’s Highway” is a documentary that delves into the lesser-known story of Northeast Philadelphia’s influence on America and the historical importance of this area. The film centers around the…

Servant or Slave Servant or Slave 8.4 58min
Servant or Slave
IMDb: 8.4
58min

During the era known as the Stolen Generations, countless Aboriginal girls were forcibly removed from their families by the Australian Government and placed into domestic servitude. Although they were ostensibly…

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The King’s Highway The King’s Highway 8.0 1h 38min
The King’s Highway
IMDb: 8
1h 38min

The King’s Highway is a Documentary film about the untold story of Northeast Philadelphia’s impact on America and the historical significance of this region. The historic buildings and structures along…

Operation Chromite Operation Chromite 6.2 1h 51min
Operation Chromite
IMDb: 6.2
1h 51min

Set during the Korean War, this gripping film follows a covert operation led by General Douglas MacArthur, played by Liam Neeson, as he orchestrates a daring mission to turn the…

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Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
Ignatius of Loyola Ignatius of Loyola 5.8 1h 58min
Ignatius of Loyola
IMDb: 5.8
1h 58min

This historical biographical drama film is inspired by the memoirs of Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuit order, who was later declared a saint in the Roman Catholic…

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Play On! Shakespeare In Silent Film Play On! Shakespeare In Silent Film 6.9 1h 3min
Play On! Shakespeare In Silent Film
IMDb: 6.9
1h 3min

This is a collection of scenes from early cinematic adaptations of Shakespeare’s works, featuring renditions of King Lear, Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Richard III, and The Merchant of Venice, along with…

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Hitler’s Olympics Hitler’s Olympics 6.6 44min
Hitler’s Olympics
IMDb: 6.6
44min

Hitler, Nazi propaganda and 1936 Berlin Olympics are put under the microscope to uncover hidden truths and the historical legacy of those games.

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Hitler’s Olympics Hitler’s Olympics 6.6 44min
Hitler’s Olympics
IMDb: 6.6
44min

The 1936 Berlin Olympics, along with Hitler and Nazi propaganda, are closely examined to reveal concealed truths and the historical impact of those events.

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Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure 7.2 1h 27min
Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure
IMDb: 7.2
1h 27min

With exaggerated, eye-popping style, this tall tale of Lewis and Clark becomes a romping spoof of American ego. Follow the explorers out on the trail as they discover that destiny…

Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure 7.2 1h 32min
Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure
IMDb: 7.2
1h 32min

In this whimsical musical adventure, the legendary explorers Lewis and Clark embark on a fantastical journey across the uncharted American frontier. The film blends historical events with a vibrant score…

Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure 7.2 1h 32min
Manifest Destiny: The Lewis & Clark Musical Adventure
IMDb: 7.2
1h 32min

In this whimsical musical adventure, the legendary explorers Lewis and Clark embark on a fantastical journey across the uncharted American frontier. The film blends historical events with a vibrant score…

The Miller Prediction The Miller Prediction 6.4 1h 20min
The Miller Prediction
IMDb: 6.4
1h 20min

An American war veteran, seeking solace after enduring the brutalities of the Civil War and the mockery from his peers regarding his ‘eccentric Uncle William’s prophecy,’ embarks on a journey…

Genre: Action, Drama, History