History Movies

Ford v. Ferrari Ford v. Ferrari 8.1 2h 33min
Ford v. Ferrari
IMDb: 8.1
2h 33min

Directed by James Mangold, this film chronicles the intense rivalry between automotive giants Ford and Ferrari during the 1960s. The story follows visionary car designer Carroll Shelby, played by Matt…

Ford v Ferrari Ford v Ferrari 8.1 2h 33min
Ford v Ferrari
IMDb: 8.1
2h 33min

Directed by James Mangold, this film chronicles the intense rivalry between automotive giants Ford and Ferrari during the 1960s. The story follows visionary American car designer Carroll Shelby, played by…

A Hidden Life A Hidden Life 7.4 2h 53min
A Hidden Life
IMDb: 7.4
2h 53min

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film tells the poignant story of Franz Jägerstätter, an Austrian farmer who faces moral and ethical dilemmas when he refuses to…

Midway Midway 6.7 2h 18min
Midway
IMDb: 6.7
2h 18min

Directed by Roland Emmerich, this film is a historical war drama that vividly depicts the events leading up to and during the Battle of Midway, a pivotal naval battle in…

Rising Free Rising Free 4.6 1h 49min
Rising Free
IMDb: 4.6
1h 49min

Set against the backdrop of Oregon’s untamed landscape, “Rising Free” is a stunning visual narrative that follows a young woman’s escape from the grip of discrimination. Welcomed by a kind-hearted…

Genre: Drama, History
Harriet Harriet 6.7 2h 5min
Harriet
IMDb: 6.7
2h 5min

This biographical drama chronicles the extraordinary life of Harriet Tubman, an iconic figure in American history known for her role in the Underground Railroad. The film stars Cynthia Erivo, whose…

The Two Popes The Two Popes 7.6 2h 5min
The Two Popes
IMDb: 7.6
2h 5min

Directed by Fernando Meirelles, this film delves into the intriguing relationship between Pope Benedict XVI and the future Pope Francis, exploring their contrasting ideologies and personal histories. Starring Anthony Hopkins…

Shelby American Shelby American 7.4 1h 59min
Shelby American
IMDb: 7.4
1h 59min

Carroll Shelby’s journey began modestly as a chicken farmer in rural Texas. He made a remarkable entry into the world of auto racing, surpassing the top drivers of his time…

Dark Waters Dark Waters 7.6 2h 7min
Dark Waters
IMDb: 7.6
2h 7min

In this gripping legal thriller, a determined corporate defense attorney, played by Mark Ruffalo, takes on an environmental lawsuit against a major chemical company accused of contaminating a small town’s…

The Warrior Queen of Jhansi The Warrior Queen of Jhansi 4.9 1h 42min
The Warrior Queen of Jhansi
IMDb: 4.9
1h 42min

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century India, this historical drama chronicles the life of Rani Lakshmibai, a formidable leader who played a pivotal role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857….

Queen Marie of Romania Queen Marie of Romania 7.2 1h 50min
Queen Marie of Romania
IMDb: 7.2
1h 50min

In the aftermath of the First World War, Romania finds itself in turmoil, both politically and socially. The nation’s aspirations rest on the shoulders of its Queen, who embarks on…

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Genre: Drama, History
The Coldest Game The Coldest Game 6.2 1h 44min
The Coldest Game
IMDb: 6.2
1h 44min

Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this gripping thriller follows a troubled American chess prodigy, played by Bill Pullman, who is thrust into a high-stakes espionage game during…

The Kingmaker The Kingmaker 7.6 1h 40min
The Kingmaker
IMDb: 7.6
1h 40min

This documentary delves into the life and influence of Imelda Marcos, the former First Lady of the Philippines, exploring her role in the country’s political landscape. Directed by Lauren Greenfield,…

Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound 7.6 1h 35min
Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound
IMDb: 7.6
1h 35min

This documentary delves into the often-overlooked world of sound design in filmmaking, exploring how sound shapes the cinematic experience. Directed by Midge Costin, it features insights from industry legends like…

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

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…

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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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,…