History Movies

The Insider The Insider 7.8 2h 37min
The Insider
IMDb: 7.8
2h 37min

Directed by Michael Mann, this gripping drama stars Al Pacino and Russell Crowe in a tense narrative based on true events. The film delves into the world of corporate whistleblowing,…

The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc 6.4 2h 28min
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc
IMDb: 6.4
2h 28min

Set against the backdrop of the Hundred Years’ War, this historical drama chronicles the life of a young peasant girl who rises to lead the French army against English invaders….

Pan Tadeusz: The Last Foray in Lithuania Pan Tadeusz: The Last Foray in Lithuania 6.1 2h 27min
Pan Tadeusz: The Last Foray in Lithuania
IMDb: 6.1
2h 27min

Set in the early 19th century, this film adaptation of Adam Mickiewicz’s epic poem explores the complex interplay of love, honor, and national identity against the backdrop of Lithuania’s struggle…

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Genre: Drama, History
The Trench The Trench 5.9 1h 38min
The Trench
IMDb: 5.9
1h 38min

Set during the harrowing days leading up to the Battle of the Somme in World War I, this film delves into the lives of a group of young British soldiers…

Genre: Drama, History
Jakob the Liar Jakob the Liar 6.5 2min
Jakob the Liar
IMDb: 6.5
2min

Set during World War II, this poignant drama follows Jakob, a Jewish shopkeeper in a Polish ghetto, who inadvertently becomes a beacon of hope for his fellow residents by spreading…

Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Sunshine Sunshine 7.4 3h 1min
Sunshine
IMDb: 7.4
3h 1min

Directed by István Szabó, this historical drama chronicles the tumultuous journey of a Jewish family in Hungary across three generations, navigating the political and social upheavals of the 20th century….

Genre: Drama, History
Topsy Turvy Topsy Turvy 7.3 2h 40min
Topsy Turvy
IMDb: 7.3
2h 40min

Set in the late 19th century, this film delves into the tumultuous partnership between the famous duo Gilbert and Sullivan as they create their renowned operetta, “The Mikado.” Directed by…

The 13th Warrior The 13th Warrior 6.6 1h 42min
The 13th Warrior
IMDb: 6.6
1h 42min

In this 1999 film directed by John McTiernan, Antonio Banderas stars as an Arab ambassador who finds himself reluctantly joining a group of Norse warriors on a quest to combat…

Genre: Action, History
The 13th Warrior The 13th Warrior 6.6 1h 42min
The 13th Warrior
IMDb: 6.6
1h 42min

In this 1999 film directed by John McTiernan, Antonio Banderas stars as an Arab ambassador who finds himself reluctantly joining a group of Norse warriors on a quest to combat…

Genre: Action, History
Pirates of Silicon Valley Pirates of Silicon Valley 7.2 1h 35min
Pirates of Silicon Valley
IMDb: 7.2
1h 35min

This biographical drama, directed by Martyn Burke, delves into the early days of the personal computer revolution, focusing on the intense rivalry between tech visionaries Steve Jobs and Bill Gates….

Titanic: Answers from the Abyss Titanic: Answers from the Abyss 6.7 1h 44min
Titanic: Answers from the Abyss
IMDb: 6.7
1h 44min

Situated 300 miles from the North American shoreline, deep within the murky depths of the Atlantic Ocean, a fleet of vessels has assembled at the Titanic’s resting place. Specialists hailing…

The Thin Red Line The Thin Red Line 7.6 2h 50min
The Thin Red Line
IMDb: 7.6
2h 50min

Set during World War II, this film explores the harrowing experiences of soldiers in the Battle of Guadalcanal. Directed by Terrence Malick, it features an ensemble cast including Sean Penn,…

Genre: Drama, History
The Thin Red Line The Thin Red Line 7.6 2h 50min
The Thin Red Line
IMDb: 7.6
2h 50min

Set during World War II, this film explores the harrowing experiences of soldiers in the Battle of Guadalcanal. Directed by Terrence Malick, it features an ensemble cast including Sean Penn,…

Genre: Drama, History
Shakespeare in Love Shakespeare in Love 7.1 2h 3min
Shakespeare in Love
IMDb: 7.1
2h 3min

Set in the late 16th century, this romantic period drama follows the young playwright William Shakespeare as he grapples with writer’s block while working on his latest play. His fortunes…

Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Shakespeare in Love Shakespeare in Love 7.1 2h 3min
Shakespeare in Love
IMDb: 7.1
2h 3min

Set in the late 16th century, this romantic period drama follows the young playwright William Shakespeare as he grapples with writer’s block while working on his latest play. His fortunes…

Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Legionnaire Legionnaire 5.5 1h 39min
Legionnaire
IMDb: 5.5
1h 39min

Set in the 1920s, this film follows Alain Lefevre, played by Jean-Claude Van Damme, a boxer who flees to join the French Foreign Legion after a series of personal and…

Genre: Action, Drama, History
Jinnah Jinnah 7.7 1h 50min
Jinnah
IMDb: 7.7
1h 50min

This historical drama, directed by Jamil Dehlavi, delves into the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. The film stars Christopher Lee in a powerful portrayal…

Goodnight Mister Tom Goodnight Mister Tom 7.8 1h 41min
Goodnight Mister Tom
IMDb: 7.8
1h 41min

Set during the tumultuous times of World War II, this heartwarming drama follows the story of a young evacuee named Willie, who is sent to the English countryside and placed…

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Genre: Drama, History
Beloved Beloved 6.1 2h 52min
Beloved
IMDb: 6.1
2h 52min

Set in the post-Civil War era, this film follows the harrowing journey of a former enslaved woman, played by Oprah Winfrey, as she grapples with the haunting memories of her…

Genre: Drama, History, Horror
The Emperor and the Assassin The Emperor and the Assassin 7.2 2h 42min
The Emperor and the Assassin
IMDb: 7.2
2h 42min

Set in the tumultuous Warring States period of ancient China, this historical drama follows the ambitious King of Qin as he seeks to unify the fragmented states under his rule….

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Genre: Drama, History
The Emperor and the Assassin The Emperor and the Assassin 7.2 2h 42min
The Emperor and the Assassin
IMDb: 7.2
2h 42min

Set in the tumultuous Warring States period of ancient China, this historical drama follows the ambitious King of Qin as he seeks to unify the fragmented states under his rule….

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Genre: Drama, History
Elizabeth Elizabeth 7.4 2h 4min
Elizabeth
IMDb: 7.4
2h 4min

Set in the tumultuous period of 16th-century England, this historical drama chronicles the early years of Queen Elizabeth I’s reign. The film stars Cate Blanchett in a powerful performance as…

Saving Private Ryan Saving Private Ryan 8.6 2h 49min
Saving Private Ryan
IMDb: 8.6
2h 49min

Directed by Steven Spielberg, this 1998 war epic follows a group of American soldiers during World War II as they embark on a perilous mission to find and bring home…

Genre: Drama, History
Les Misérables in Concert Les Misérables in Concert 7.4 2h 14min
Les Misérables in Concert
IMDb: 7.4
2h 14min

Jean Valjean, a Frenchman incarcerated for bread theft, is relentlessly pursued by the determined police officer Javert. This chase becomes an all-consuming obsession for both individuals, eventually leading Valjean into…

Genre: Crime, Drama, History
The General The General 7.2 2h 4min
The General
IMDb: 7.2
2h 4min

Directed by John Boorman, this film chronicles the life of Martin Cahill, a notorious Irish criminal known for his audacious heists and cunning tactics. Brendan Gleeson delivers a compelling performance…

Buffalo Soldiers Buffalo Soldiers 6.2 1h 40min
Buffalo Soldiers
IMDb: 6.2
1h 40min

Set against the backdrop of the American West, this 1997 film directed by Charles Haid delves into the lives of African American soldiers, known as Buffalo Soldiers, who served in…

Buffalo Soldiers Buffalo Soldiers 6.2 1h 40min
Buffalo Soldiers
IMDb: 6.2
1h 40min

Set against the backdrop of the American West, this 1997 film directed by Charles Haid delves into the lives of African American soldiers, known as Buffalo Soldiers, who served in…

Amistad Amistad 7.3 2h 35min
Amistad
IMDb: 7.3
2h 35min

Directed by Steven Spielberg, this historical drama delves into the harrowing journey of a group of Mende tribesmen who are captured and sold into slavery in 1839. The film stars…

Bent Bent 7.1 1h 45min
Bent
IMDb: 7.1
1h 45min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of Nazi Germany, this 1997 film directed by Sean Mathias explores the brutal persecution of homosexuals during the Holocaust. The story follows Max, played by…

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Genre: Drama, History
Bent Bent 7.1 1h 45min
Bent
IMDb: 7.1
1h 45min

Set against the harrowing backdrop of Nazi Germany, this 1997 film directed by Sean Mathias explores the brutal persecution of homosexuals during the Holocaust. The story follows Max, played by…

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Genre: Drama, History
Seven Years In Tibet Seven Years In Tibet 7.1 2h 16min
Seven Years In Tibet
IMDb: 7.1
2h 16min

Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud, this 1997 film stars Brad Pitt and David Thewlis in a compelling tale of friendship and cultural discovery. Set against the backdrop of World War II,…

Seven Years In Tibet Seven Years In Tibet 7.1 2h 16min
Seven Years In Tibet
IMDb: 7.1
2h 16min

Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud, this 1997 film stars Brad Pitt and David Thewlis in a compelling tale of friendship and cultural discovery. Set against the backdrop of World War II,…

Wilde Wilde 6.9 1h 58min
Wilde
IMDb: 6.9
1h 58min

Directed by Brian Gilbert, this biographical drama delves into the life of the renowned playwright and poet Oscar Wilde. The film stars Stephen Fry in a compelling portrayal of Wilde,…

George Wallace George Wallace 7.1 2h 58min
George Wallace
IMDb: 7.1
2h 58min

“George Wallace” is a 1997 TV movie featuring Gary Sinise in the role of George Wallace, the former Governor of Alabama. Directed by John Frankenheimer, who earned an Emmy for…

All Men Are Created Equal All Men Are Created Equal 7min
All Men Are Created Equal
IMDb: N/A
7min

The inaugural film in the Blind Justice documentary animation series focuses on the intersection of women and the legal system. It explores the Aristotelian idea that all men are created…

Lawyer Lawyer Lawyer Lawyer 6.2 1h 25min
Lawyer Lawyer
IMDb: 6.2
1h 25min

Stephen Chow portrays a self-centered yet occasionally benevolent lawyer who manipulates his servant for personal gain. Eric Kot, playing the servant, is deceived by what he believes to be love…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Lawyer Lawyer Lawyer Lawyer 6.2 1h 25min
Lawyer Lawyer
IMDb: 6.2
1h 25min

Stephen Chow portrays a self-centered yet occasionally benevolent lawyer who manipulates his servant for personal gain. Eric Kot, playing the servant, is deceived by what he believes to be love…

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Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Mrs Brown Mrs Brown 7.2 1h 41min
Mrs Brown
IMDb: 7.2
1h 41min

Set in the late 19th century, this historical drama directed by John Madden explores the deep and complex relationship between Queen Victoria and her Scottish servant, John Brown. Starring Judi…

4 Little Girls 4 Little Girls 7.8 1h 42min
4 Little Girls
IMDb: 7.8
1h 42min

Directed by Spike Lee, this poignant documentary delves into the tragic 1963 bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, which claimed the lives of four African American…

Welcome to Sarajevo Welcome to Sarajevo 6.7 1h 43min
Welcome to Sarajevo
IMDb: 6.7
1h 43min

Set against the backdrop of the Bosnian War, this 1997 film directed by Michael Winterbottom follows a group of international journalists as they navigate the chaos and human suffering in…

Genre: Drama, History
Selena Selena 6.9 2h 7min
Selena
IMDb: 6.9
2h 7min

Directed by Gregory Nava, this biographical drama chronicles the life of the beloved Tejano music star, capturing her rise to fame and the challenges she faced along the way. Jennifer…

Rosewood Rosewood 7.2 2h 20min
Rosewood
IMDb: 7.2
2h 20min

Set in the 1920s, this historical drama directed by John Singleton delves into the harrowing events that transpire in a predominantly African American town in Florida. The film stars Jon…

Genre: Action, Drama, History
Rosewood Rosewood 7.2 2h 20min
Rosewood
IMDb: 7.2
2h 20min

Set in the 1920s, this historical drama directed by John Singleton delves into the harrowing events that transpire in a predominantly African American town in Florida. The film stars Jon…

Genre: Action, Drama, History
The Truce The Truce 6.6 2h 5min
The Truce
IMDb: 6.6
2h 5min

Based on the memoir by Primo Levi, this 1997 film directed by Francesco Rosi follows the harrowing journey of an Italian Jewish chemist who survives Auschwitz and embarks on a…

Genre: Drama, History
The Truce The Truce 6.6 2h 5min
The Truce
IMDb: 6.6
2h 5min

Based on the memoir by Primo Levi, this 1997 film directed by Francesco Rosi follows the harrowing journey of an Italian Jewish chemist who survives Auschwitz and embarks on a…

Genre: Drama, History
Once Upon a Time in China and America Once Upon a Time in China and America 6.3 1h 42min
Once Upon a Time in China and America
IMDb: 6.3
1h 42min

In this 1997 martial arts film directed by Sammo Kam-Bo Hung, Jet Li reprises his iconic role as Wong Fei-Hung, a legendary Chinese folk hero. The story follows Wong as…

Titanic: Anatomy of a Disaster Titanic: Anatomy of a Disaster 7.3 1h 45min
Titanic: Anatomy of a Disaster
IMDb: 7.3
1h 45min

“Titanic – Anatomy of a Disaster” is a unique production by the Discovery Channel that delves into both the historical context and the enigmatic circumstances of the sinking of Britain’s…

Ghosts of Mississippi Ghosts of Mississippi 6.7 2h 10min
Ghosts of Mississippi
IMDb: 6.7
2h 10min

Directed by Rob Reiner, this 1996 film delves into the real-life legal battle to bring the murderer of civil rights leader Medgar Evers to justice. The story follows the determined…

Genre: Drama, History