History Movies

Rurouni Kenshin: The Final Rurouni Kenshin: The Final 7.2 2h 18min
Rurouni Kenshin: The Final
IMDb: 7.2
2h 18min

In this thrilling installment of the beloved franchise, the story follows the legendary swordsman Himura Kenshin as he faces his most personal and dangerous adversary yet. The film delves into…

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The Courier The Courier 7.2 1h 52min
The Courier
IMDb: 7.2
1h 52min

Set during the Cold War, this gripping espionage thriller follows the true story of an unassuming British businessman, Greville Wynne, who is recruited by MI6 to form a covert partnership…

In the Dark of the Valley In the Dark of the Valley 7.7 1h 44min
In the Dark of the Valley
IMDb: 7.7
1h 44min

In 1959, a significant radiation leak occurred due to an uncontrolled partial meltdown of a sodium reactor at the Santa Susana Field Lab, which many regard as the most severe…

Coming For The King Coming For The King 6.7 1h 7min
Coming For The King
IMDb: 6.7
1h 7min

“Coming for the King” is a fictional narrative that explores the individuals and occurrences surrounding Martin Luther King Jr. from the beginning of 1963 until his tragic death in the…

Genre: Drama, History
Roe v. Wade Roe v. Wade 3.7 1h 52min
Roe v. Wade
IMDb: 3.7
1h 52min

Dr. Bernard Nathanson and Dr. Mildred Jefferson engage in a nationwide conflict in this little-known plot that culminated in the most renowned and contentious legal case ever.

Genre: Drama, History
The United States vs. Billie Holiday The United States vs. Billie Holiday 6.3 2h 11min
The United States vs. Billie Holiday
IMDb: 6.3
2h 11min

Set against the backdrop of the 1940s and 1950s, this film delves into the tumultuous life of the legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday, portrayed by Andra Day. The narrative focuses…

Homesick Homesick 3.4 1h 52min
Homesick
IMDb: 3.4
1h 52min

A college student goes back to his hometown to quarantine during the lockdown. Completely isolated and having contracted the virus, he begins conversing with himself to manage the situation.

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The World to Come The World to Come 6.4 1h 45min
The World to Come
IMDb: 6.4
1h 45min

Set in the mid-19th century American Northeast, this film explores the profound connection between two women, Abigail and Tallie, who find solace and companionship in each other’s company amidst the…

Subjects of Desire Subjects of Desire 6.6 1h 43min
Subjects of Desire
IMDb: 6.6
1h 43min

“Subjects of Desire” is an insightful film that explores the evolving beauty standards that increasingly celebrate (or borrow from) Black aesthetics and characteristics. It critically analyzes our perceptions of race…

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Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror 7.6 3h 13min
Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
IMDb: 7.6
3h 13min

This documentary delves into the evolution and cultural significance of folk horror, exploring its roots and impact across various media. Directed by Kier-La Janisse, it features interviews with filmmakers, scholars,…

Twyla Moves Twyla Moves 6.9 1h 22min
Twyla Moves
IMDb: 6.9
1h 22min

In “Twyla Moves,” the iconic choreographer Twyla Tharp embarks on her newest artistic endeavor, crafting a dance piece amidst the global turmoil of the Covid-19 pandemic. This film intertwines her…

Women is Losers Women is Losers 5.9 1h 24min
Women is Losers
IMDb: 5.9
1h 24min

Set in 1960s San Francisco, this film follows the journey of a young Latina woman named Celina, portrayed by Lorenza Izzo, as she navigates the challenges of single motherhood and…

Genre: Drama, History
Judas and the Black Messiah Judas and the Black Messiah 7.4 2h 6min
Judas and the Black Messiah
IMDb: 7.4
2h 6min

Set in the late 1960s, this gripping drama delves into the life of Fred Hampton, the charismatic chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party, and the betrayal…

kid 90 kid 90 6.8 1h 11min
kid 90
IMDb: 6.8
1h 11min

This documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the life of Soleil Moon Frye, who rose to fame as a child star in the 1990s. Through a treasure trove of home…

Death Alley Death Alley 3.5 1h 34min
Death Alley
IMDb: 3.5
1h 34min

In 1892, the Dalton Gang embarked on a quest to achieve notoriety as America’s most infamous outlaws. However, their aspirations soon turned into a harrowing ordeal.

Texas Red Texas Red 3.9 1h 24min
Texas Red
IMDb: 3.9
1h 24min

As one of the 12 Western films produced over the course of 2020, this movie narrates the tale of Texas Red, an African-American individual pursued by hundreds across the snowy…

Flooded Tombs of the Nile Flooded Tombs of the Nile 6.3 44min
Flooded Tombs of the Nile
IMDb: 6.3
44min

In the desert near Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, lie the remnants of an ancient city. Are you prepared to explore the depths beneath the pyramids of the black pharaohs of Sudan?

Son of the South Son of the South 6.2 1h 44min
Son of the South
IMDb: 6.2
1h 44min

Set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement in the 1960s, this film follows the true story of Bob Zellner, a grandson of a Klansman, who becomes an unlikely…

Kilroy Kilroy 4.2 1h 26min
Kilroy
IMDb: 4.2
1h 26min

This is the genuine tale of redemption for one of the most influential crime lords in California’s history.

Lost Treasure of Jesse James Lost Treasure of Jesse James 3.4 1h 38min
Lost Treasure of Jesse James
IMDb: 3.4
1h 38min

A group of kids from rural Missouri embarks on a thrilling quest to unravel a century-old mystery and rescue their friends in this family-friendly action adventure. Pursued into ancient caves…

Writing with Fire Writing with Fire 7.3 1h 32min
Writing with Fire
IMDb: 7.3
1h 32min

In a media environment largely controlled by men, a unique publication surfaces in India—it’s the sole newspaper operated by Dalit women. Equipped with smartphones, Chief Reporter Meera and her team…

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Marighella Marighella 7.1 2h 35min
Marighella
IMDb: 7.1
2h 35min

Set against the backdrop of Brazil’s turbulent political landscape in the 1960s, this film follows the life of Carlos Marighella, a revolutionary leader who becomes a symbol of resistance against…

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Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy 6.7 1h 29min
Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy
IMDb: 6.7
1h 29min

A cheap, powerful drug emerges during a recession, igniting a moral panic fueled by racism. Explore the complex history of crack in the 1980s.

Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy 6.7 1h 29min
Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy
IMDb: 6.7
1h 29min

During an economic downturn, a low-cost yet potent drug surfaces, sparking a moral hysteria driven by racial prejudice. Delve into the intricate history of crack cocaine in the 1980s.

Mank Mank 6.8 2h 12min
Mank
IMDb: 6.8
2h 12min

Set in 1930s Hollywood, this film follows the tumultuous life of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay for “Citizen Kane.” The narrative delves into the…

The Dig The Dig 7.1 1h 52min
The Dig
IMDb: 7.1
1h 52min

Set in 1939, this historical drama follows the story of an archaeologist, Basil Brown, played by Ralph Fiennes, who is hired by a wealthy landowner, Edith Pretty, portrayed by Carey…

The Forgotten Battle The Forgotten Battle 7.1 2h 6min
The Forgotten Battle
IMDb: 7.1
2h 6min

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film intricately weaves the stories of three individuals whose lives intersect during the Battle of the Scheldt. The narrative follows a…

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Safety Safety 6.8 2h 2min
Safety
IMDb: 6.8
2h 2min

The narrative follows Ray-Ray McElrathbey, a first-year football athlete at Clemson University, who took on the responsibility of caring for his younger brother in secret on the college campus due…

Silent Night: A Song For the World Silent Night: A Song For the World 7.3
Silent Night: A Song For the World
IMDb: 7.3
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The narrative traces the journey of the song “Silent Night,” from its inception in the early 1800s to becoming an essential part of Christmas celebrations.

Audrey Audrey 7.1 1h 41min
Audrey
IMDb: 7.1
1h 41min

This film offers a close examination of Audrey Hepburn’s life, featuring exclusive, previously unseen footage from her family’s private archives. It delivers a unique and profound perspective on Audrey, her…

This Is Port Adelaide This Is Port Adelaide 7.3 1h 30min
This Is Port Adelaide
IMDb: 7.3
1h 30min

Port Adelaide Football Club, established 150 years ago in 2020, stands as one of the oldest and most triumphant sports clubs globally. Whether you admire or despise it, the club…

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Zappa Zappa 7.5 2h 9min
Zappa
IMDb: 7.5
2h 9min

Directed by Alex Winter, this documentary delves into the life and career of the avant-garde musician Frank Zappa. Through a wealth of archival footage and interviews, the film paints a…

Six Minutes to Midnight Six Minutes to Midnight 5.9 1h 39min
Six Minutes to Midnight
IMDb: 5.9
1h 39min

Set in the tense days leading up to World War II, this film follows Thomas Miller, played by Eddie Izzard, who takes on a teaching position at an English finishing…

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Dara of Jasenovac Dara of Jasenovac 8.1 2h 10min
Dara of Jasenovac
IMDb: 8.1
2h 10min

Set during World War II, this harrowing drama follows the story of a young girl who finds herself in the infamous Jasenovac concentration camp, where she must navigate the horrors…

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Genre: Drama, History, War
The Real Right Stuff The Real Right Stuff 7.2 1h 30min
The Real Right Stuff
IMDb: 7.2
1h 30min

Explore the astonishing true stories that served as the inspiration for the series “The Right Stuff.”

The Last Vermeer The Last Vermeer 6.7 1h 58min
The Last Vermeer
IMDb: 6.7
1h 58min

Set in the aftermath of World War II, this film follows the intriguing story of Han van Meegeren, a Dutch artist accused of selling a valuable Vermeer painting to the…

Genre: Drama, History, War
Ammonite Ammonite 6.5 1h 58min
Ammonite
IMDb: 6.5
1h 58min

Set in the 1840s on the rugged English coastline, this film follows the life of Mary Anning, a self-taught paleontologist played by Kate Winslet, who makes a living selling fossils…

Serving For Justice The Story Of The 333Rd Field Artillery Battalion Serving For Justice The Story Of The 333Rd Field Artillery Battalion 5.4 50min
Serving For Justice The Story Of The 333Rd Field Artillery Battalion
IMDb: 5.4
50min

During the oppressive era of Jim Crow in America, a million African Americans joined the military to defend democracy overseas and promote it domestically during World War II. This new…

Genre: History
The Trial of the Chicago 7 The Trial of the Chicago 7 7.7 2h 10min
The Trial of the Chicago 7
IMDb: 7.7
2h 10min

Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1968 Democratic National Convention, this film delves into the infamous trial of seven defendants charged with conspiracy and inciting riots. The courtroom drama…

The Burning of Atlanta The Burning of Atlanta 2.8
The Burning of Atlanta
IMDb: 2.8
N/A

“The Burning of Atlanta” depicts the devastation of a significant city towards the war’s conclusion, highlighting the fear and despair experienced by individuals as they witness the disintegration of their…

Genre: Action, History
Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb 7.2 1h 53min
Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb
IMDb: 7.2
1h 53min

In this captivating documentary, viewers are taken on an archaeological journey as a team of Egyptian archaeologists unearth a remarkably preserved tomb in the Saqqara necropolis, dating back 4,400 years….

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Radium Girls Radium Girls 6.3 1h 42min
Radium Girls
IMDb: 6.3
1h 42min

Set in the 1920s, this historical drama follows the lives of young women who work in a factory painting watch dials with radium-laced paint, unaware of the deadly effects of…

Genre: Drama, History
Sacrifice Sacrifice 5.5 2h 2min
Sacrifice
IMDb: 5.5
2h 2min

This film honors the bravery of the Chinese military during the Korean War, marking the 70th anniversary of the Chinese People’s Volunteers’ involvement in the conflict.

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Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
My Psychedelic Love Story My Psychedelic Love Story 6.2 1h 47min
My Psychedelic Love Story
IMDb: 6.2
1h 47min

In this intriguing documentary, Errol Morris delves into the life of Joanna Harcourt-Smith, a woman who was romantically involved with the infamous psychedelic advocate Timothy Leary. The film explores themes…

The Secrets We Keep The Secrets We Keep 5.9 1h 37min
The Secrets We Keep
IMDb: 5.9
1h 37min

Set in post-World War II America, this gripping drama follows Maja, a Romanian refugee played by Noomi Rapace, who is trying to rebuild her life with her husband, Lewis, portrayed…

What the Constitution Means to Me What the Constitution Means to Me 7.4 1h 40min
What the Constitution Means to Me
IMDb: 7.4
1h 40min

At the age of fifteen, Heidi Schreck funded her college education by triumphing in Constitutional debate contests throughout the U.S. In this comedic, optimistic, and deeply human performance, Heidi brings…

Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Die by the Sword Die by the Sword 2.2 1h 30min
Die by the Sword
IMDb: 2.2
1h 30min

For four hundred years, the Roman Empire held sway over Britannia (now known as Britain), offering security and tranquility in return for compliance. To ward off the Picts—formidable and enigmatic…

A Call to Spy A Call to Spy 6.7 2h 4min
A Call to Spy
IMDb: 6.7
2h 4min

Set during the early days of World War II, this film follows the gripping and inspiring true story of three women who are recruited as spies by the British government…