History Movies

The Rebels The Rebels 3.5 1h 22min
The Rebels
IMDb: 3.5
1h 22min

In 1st century Roman-occupied Wales, four defiant teenagers find themselves on the run after inadvertently killing a Roman soldier, sparking a revolt. Forced to abandon their village, they must survive…

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Judy Judy 6.8 1h 58min
Judy
IMDb: 6.8
1h 58min

Set in the late 1960s, this film follows the legendary entertainer Judy Garland as she arrives in London to perform a series of sold-out concerts. The narrative delves into her…

The Great Alaskan Race The Great Alaskan Race 5.3 1h 27min
The Great Alaskan Race
IMDb: 5.3
1h 27min

Set against the backdrop of a treacherous Alaskan winter, this film follows a group of brave mushers and their sled dogs as they embark on a perilous journey to deliver…

Liberty: Mother of Exiles Liberty: Mother of Exiles 6.6 1h 23min
Liberty: Mother of Exiles
IMDb: 6.6
1h 23min

An exploration of the origins of the Statue of Liberty and the significance of Auguste Bartholdi’s sculpture to individuals globally.

Torpedo Torpedo 5.9 1h 50min
Torpedo
IMDb: 5.9
1h 50min

During World War II, a group of resistance fighters embarks on a perilous mission to transport a captured Nazi submarine loaded with atomic uranium. Pursued relentlessly by Hitler’s forces, the…

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Whelm Whelm 3.9 1h 54min
Whelm
IMDb: 3.9
1h 54min

Amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression, two brothers from the Midwest find themselves caught in a conflict involving a famous bank thief and an unusual young outlaw.

Downton Abbey Downton Abbey 7.4 2h 2min
Downton Abbey
IMDb: 7.4
2h 2min

Set in 1927, this film continues the story of the Crawley family and their servants as they prepare for a royal visit from King George V and Queen Mary. The…

We Shall Not Die Now We Shall Not Die Now 8.0 2h 32min
We Shall Not Die Now
IMDb: 8
2h 32min

A narrative of the Holocaust, recounted by the tenacious individuals who endured its horrors.

The King The King 7.3 2h 20min
The King
IMDb: 7.3
2h 20min

In this historical drama directed by David Michôd, a young prince reluctantly ascends to the English throne and must navigate the complexities of war, politics, and personal relationships. The film…

The Rising Hawk The Rising Hawk 5.8 1h 50min
The Rising Hawk
IMDb: 5.8
1h 50min

Set in the 13th century, this historical drama follows the story of a small Carpathian village that stands against the Mongol Empire’s expansion. The film features a cast that includes…

Genre: Action, Drama, History
Fanny Lye Deliver’d Fanny Lye Deliver’d 6.2 1h 50min
Fanny Lye Deliver’d
IMDb: 6.2
1h 50min

Set in 17th century England, this film follows the life of a woman named Fanny Lye, played by Maxine Peake, who lives a repressive and puritanical existence on a remote…

Dolemite Is My Name Dolemite Is My Name 7.2 1h 58min
Dolemite Is My Name
IMDb: 7.2
1h 58min

Set in the 1970s, this film follows the journey of Rudy Ray Moore, a struggling artist who transforms himself into the iconic character Dolemite, a larger-than-life persona that becomes a…

Beyond the Visible – Hilma af Klint Beyond the Visible – Hilma af Klint 7.4 1h 33min
Beyond the Visible – Hilma af Klint
IMDb: 7.4
1h 33min

How can an artist uncover abstraction at the dawn of the 20th century without anyone taking notice? A woman, misunderstood and hidden from view, shakes the art world with her…

Adults in the Room Adults in the Room 6.0 2h 4min
Adults in the Room
IMDb: 6
2h 4min

Based on the memoir by Yanis Varoufakis, this film delves into the intense political and economic negotiations surrounding Greece’s financial crisis in 2015. Directed by the renowned Costa-Gavras, it offers…

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Genre: Drama, History
An Officer and a Spy An Officer and a Spy 7.2 2h 12min
An Officer and a Spy
IMDb: 7.2
2h 12min

Set in the late 19th century, this historical drama delves into the infamous Dreyfus Affair, a political scandal that rocked France. The film follows the determined efforts of Colonel Georges…

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Official Secrets Official Secrets 7.3 1h 52min
Official Secrets
IMDb: 7.3
1h 52min

In this gripping political thriller, Keira Knightley stars as Katharine Gun, a British intelligence specialist who uncovers a top-secret NSA memo detailing a joint US-UK illegal spying operation. The film,…

Sea of Shadows Sea of Shadows 7.3 1h 46min
Sea of Shadows
IMDb: 7.3
1h 46min

The vaquita, the tiniest whale species on the planet, is on the brink of extinction due to the destruction of its environment by Mexican cartels and the Chinese Mafia. These…

Portrait of a Lady on Fire Portrait of a Lady on Fire 8.1 2h 1min
Portrait of a Lady on Fire
IMDb: 8.1
2h 1min

Set in 18th-century France, this film follows the story of Marianne, a young painter commissioned to create a wedding portrait of Héloïse, a reluctant bride-to-be who has just left a…

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Boudica: Rise of the Warrior Queen Boudica: Rise of the Warrior Queen 3.1 1h 22min
Boudica: Rise of the Warrior Queen
IMDb: 3.1
1h 22min

Boudica, a naive sixteen-year-old, finds herself compelled into an arranged marriage by her father, the head of a Celtic tribe. Her mother, however, harbors doubts and is determined to shield…

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Genre: History
Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans 5.4 1h 32min
Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans
IMDb: 5.4
1h 32min

In this comedic historical adventure, audiences are transported to ancient Rome, where a young Roman soldier named Atti finds himself in a series of misadventures after being sent to Britain….

Wolf Wolf 2.9 1h 25min
Wolf
IMDb: 2.9
1h 25min

In 150 AD, in what is now Great Britain, four Roman envoys dispatched to plague-stricken Caledonia with a message of peace and assistance for the local king mysteriously vanish. In…

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What Happened on September 11 What Happened on September 11 5.8 30min
What Happened on September 11
IMDb: 5.8
30min

A young audience is introduced to the events of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States.

Bad Education Bad Education 7.1 1h 48min
Bad Education
IMDb: 7.1
1h 48min

In this gripping drama, Hugh Jackman and Allison Janney deliver compelling performances as school administrators caught in a web of embezzlement and deceit. The film, directed by Cory Finley, explores…

Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band 7.4 1h 40min
Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band
IMDb: 7.4
1h 40min

This documentary delves into the journey of Robbie Robertson and his influential rock group, The Band, exploring their rise to fame and the eventual challenges they faced. Directed by Daniel…

Dauntless Dauntless 3.4 1h 38min
Dauntless
IMDb: 3.4
1h 38min

By June 1942, the Japanese Navy had advanced across the Pacific. To alter the war’s trajectory, a U.S. carrier group was stationed near Midway, aiming to ambush the enemy. During…

Mrs Lowry & Son Mrs Lowry & Son 6.7 1h 31min
Mrs Lowry & Son
IMDb: 6.7
1h 31min

An intimate portrayal of the relationship between one of greatest artists of the 20th century, L.S. Lowry and his unhappy and controlling mother, Elizabeth, whom he lived with all his…

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Mrs Lowry & Son Mrs Lowry & Son 6.7 1h 31min
Mrs Lowry & Son
IMDb: 6.7
1h 31min

Set in 1930s England, this film explores the complex relationship between the renowned artist L.S. Lowry and his overbearing mother, Elizabeth. Timothy Spall delivers a compelling performance as Lowry, while…

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The Red Sea Diving Resort The Red Sea Diving Resort 6.6
The Red Sea Diving Resort
IMDb: 6.6
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Set against the backdrop of the late 1970s and early 1980s, this film follows a group of international agents who embark on a covert mission to rescue Ethiopian Jewish refugees…

Driven Driven 6.4 1h 53min
Driven
IMDb: 6.4
1h 53min

Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, this film delves into the intriguing relationship between an ambitious car designer and a charming informant. The narrative unfolds as the designer, played…

Christmas at the Royal Hotel Christmas at the Royal Hotel 4.0 1h 48min
Christmas at the Royal Hotel
IMDb: 4
1h 48min

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film explores the lives of individuals trapped in a hotel during the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong. The narrative weaves together…

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Genre: Drama, History, War
Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan 6.8 1h 59min
Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan
IMDb: 6.8
1h 59min

Set during the Vietnam War, this film vividly portrays the harrowing events of the Battle of Long Tan, where 108 young and inexperienced Australian and New Zealand soldiers faced overwhelming…

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Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks 6.7 1h 48min
Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks
IMDb: 6.7
1h 48min

This dynamic documentary delves into the global impact of martial arts cinema, tracing its evolution from the streets of Hong Kong to its influence on Hollywood and beyond. Directed by…

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D-Day D-Day 3.2 1h 25min
D-Day
IMDb: 3.2
1h 25min

While some might label it a suicide mission, for the Rangers of the 2nd Battalion, it’s simply another assignment. This elite team of American soldiers is tasked with eliminating a…

Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
The Fighting Preacher The Fighting Preacher 6.0 1h 41min
The Fighting Preacher
IMDb: 6
1h 41min

Set in the early 20th century, this film follows the true story of Willard Bean, a former boxing champion who is called to serve a mission in Palmyra, New York,…

Apollo: The Forgotten Films Apollo: The Forgotten Films 7.3 1h 23min
Apollo: The Forgotten Films
IMDb: 7.3
1h 23min

Newly unearthed footage uncovers the hidden story behind NASA’s initial moon landing. With this fresh evidence in hand, ex-astronauts and specialists question all previously accepted knowledge about the Apollo missions.

Apollo: Missions to the Moon Apollo: Missions to the Moon 7.5 1h 34min
Apollo: Missions to the Moon
IMDb: 7.5
1h 34min

National Geographic’s captivating project retells the stories of all 12 manned missions by exclusively utilizing archival videos, images, and sound recordings.

Gwen Gwen 5.7 1h 24min
Gwen
IMDb: 5.7
1h 24min

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century rural Wales, this atmospheric film follows a young girl named Gwen as she struggles to hold her family together amidst mysterious and unsettling events….

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8 Days: To the Moon and Back 8 Days: To the Moon and Back 7.8 1h 30min
8 Days: To the Moon and Back
IMDb: 7.8
1h 30min

Embark on the legendary voyage of Apollo 11. This film masterfully combines mission audio, capturing the dialogues between Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins, with fresh footage, NASA archives,…

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The Armstrong Tapes The Armstrong Tapes 7.2 44min
The Armstrong Tapes
IMDb: 7.2
44min

Previously unheard audio recordings of Neil Armstrong, captured in the later years of his life, offer a deeply personal glimpse into the life of this legendary and notoriously private figure….

Elcano & Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World Elcano & Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World 4.5 1h 25min
Elcano & Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World
IMDb: 4.5
1h 25min

The first journey around the world began under the command of Ferdinand Magellan and was concluded by Juan Sebastián Elcano. Five boats left Seville on September 20, 1519. Storms, famine,…

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Elcano & Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World Elcano & Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World 4.5 1h 25min
Elcano & Magellan: The First Voyage Around the World
IMDb: 4.5
1h 25min

The inaugural global expedition was initiated by Ferdinand Magellan and completed by Juan Sebastián Elcano. On September 20, 1519, a fleet of five ships set sail from Seville. They faced…

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Rocketman Rocketman 7.3 2h 1min
Rocketman
IMDb: 7.3
2h 1min

This biographical musical film chronicles the rise to fame of the iconic musician Elton John, capturing his journey from a prodigious talent at the Royal Academy of Music to becoming…

Ophelia Ophelia 6.5 1h 54min
Ophelia
IMDb: 6.5
1h 54min

Set in the tumultuous world of medieval Denmark, this film reimagines the classic tale of “Hamlet” from the perspective of Ophelia, a character often relegated to the background in Shakespeare’s…

Robert the Bruce Robert the Bruce 5.4 2h 4min
Robert the Bruce
IMDb: 5.4
2h 4min

Set in the early 14th century, this historical drama follows the life of the legendary Scottish king as he struggles to unite his country against English rule. Angus Macfadyen reprises…

Sid & Judy Sid & Judy 7.4 1h 40min
Sid & Judy
IMDb: 7.4
1h 40min

Explore the dramatic career and personal struggles of the talented and tragically short-lived entertainer Judy Garland through rare concert footage, never-heard-before voice recordings and personal photos.

Sid & Judy Sid & Judy 7.4 1h 40min
Sid & Judy
IMDb: 7.4
1h 40min

“Sid & Judy” is a documentary that delves into the tumultuous and passionate relationship between legendary entertainer Judy Garland and her third husband, Sid Luft. Through a rich tapestry of…

Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese 7.5 2h 22min
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese
IMDb: 7.5
2h 22min

In this intriguing blend of documentary and concert film, viewers are taken on a journey through Bob Dylan’s iconic 1975 Rolling Thunder Revue tour. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the film…

Secrets in the Sky: The Untold Story of Skunk Works Secrets in the Sky: The Untold Story of Skunk Works 7.7 1h 30min
Secrets in the Sky: The Untold Story of Skunk Works
IMDb: 7.7
1h 30min

In 1943, a group of visionary innovators secretly convened under a circus tent in Burbank, California, to embark on the creation of America’s inaugural jet fighter. These individuals were known…