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- DirectorAva DuVernayStarsMelina AbdullahMichelle AlexanderCory BookerAn in-depth look at the prison system in the United States and how it reveals the nation's history of racial inequality.Mass Incarceration in the United States (20th-21st Century) - Documentary exploring racial inequality in the criminal justice system.
- DirectorRidley ScottStarsGérard DepardieuArmand AssanteSigourney WeaverChristopher Columbus' discovery of the Americas and the effect this has on the indigenous people.Voyages of Christopher Columbus (1492-1504) - Depicts the journeys of Christopher Columbus to the Americas.
- DirectorGuy FaithfulStarsMichael ForrerSam SaundersArmenian Genocide Centennial (1915) - Commemorates the centennial of the Armenian Genocide.
- DirectorAmma AsanteStarsDavid OyelowoRosamund PikeTom FeltonThe story of King Seretse Khama of Botswana and how his loving but controversial marriage to a British white woman, Ruth Williams, put his kingdom into political and diplomatic turmoil.Botswana's Independence and Interracial Marriage (20th Century) - Chronicles the marriage of Seretse Khama and Ruth Williams.
- Is there a future of the Orthodox idea in the contemporary world? Can Russia, the spiritual heir of the Byzantine Empire repeat its fate? The filmmakers are seeking for the answers of these questions. They apply the metaphoric language of images and the unique documentary materials. The film was shot in Turkey and Syria, former parts of the Byzantine Empire, in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Leningrad region. There're no a traditional host or an explanatory text in the film in order the viewers could become the onlookers to form their own opinion.Unknown - Unable to identify the historical event depicted in this film.
- DirectorAlan J. PakulaStarsDustin HoffmanRobert RedfordJack Warden"The Washington Post" reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein uncover the details of the Watergate scandal that leads to President Richard Nixon's resignation.Watergate Scandal (1972-1974) - Depicts the investigation by journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein.
- DirectorJay RoachStarsBryan CranstonAnthony MackieMelissa LeoLyndon B. Johnson becomes the President of the United States in the chaotic aftermath of John F. Kennedy's assassination, and spends his first year in office fighting to pass the Civil Rights Act.Lyndon B. Johnson's Presidency (1963-1969) - Chronicles President Johnson's efforts to pass civil rights legislation.
- DirectorCosta-GavrasStarsUlrich TukurMathieu KassovitzUlrich MüheDuring WWII SS officer Kurt Gerstein tries to inform Pope Pius XII about Jews being sent to extermination camps. Young Jesuit priest Riccardo Fontana helps him in the difficult mission to inform the world.Holocaust and Vatican's Response - Focuses on Kurt Gerstein's efforts to expose the Holocaust and the Vatican's knowledge.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsDjimon HounsouMatthew McConaugheyAnthony HopkinsIn 1839, the revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish owned ship causes a major controversy in the United States when the ship is captured off the coast of Long Island. The courts must decide whether the Mende are slaves or legally free.Amistad Slave Ship Revolt (1839) - Chronicles the legal battle of enslaved Africans who revolted on the Amistad ship.
- DirectorRon HowardStarsTom HanksBill PaxtonKevin BaconNASA must devise a strategy to return Apollo 13 to Earth safely after the spacecraft undergoes massive internal damage putting the lives of the three astronauts on board in jeopardy.Apollo 13 Space Mission (1970) - Depicts the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission to the moon.
- DirectorBen AffleckStarsBen AffleckBryan CranstonJohn GoodmanActing under the cover of a Hollywood producer scouting a location for a science fiction film, a CIA agent launches a dangerous operation to rescue six Americans in Tehran during the U.S. hostage crisis in Iran in 1979.Iran Hostage Crisis (1979-1981) - Focuses on the rescue of American diplomats during the Iran Hostage Crisis.
- DirectorSanjay Leela BhansaliStarsRanveer SinghDeepika PadukonePriyanka Chopra JonasAn account of the romance between the Maratha general, Baji Rao I and Mastani, princess of Bundelkhand.Maratha Empire (18th Century) - Chronicles the love story of Peshwa Bajirao I and Mastani.
- StarsScott GrimesDamian LewisRon LivingstonThe story of Easy Company of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division and their mission in World War II Europe, from Operation Overlord to V-J Day.World War II - Chronicles the experiences of Easy Company during World War II.
- DirectorGuy HamiltonStarsMichael CaineTrevor HowardHarry AndrewsIn 1940, the British Royal Air Force fights a desperate battle to prevent the Luftwaffe from gaining air superiority over the English Channel as a prelude to a possible Axis invasion of the U.K.Battle of Britain (1940) - Depicts the Royal Air Force's defense against the German Luftwaffe.
- DirectorRidley ScottStarsJosh HartnettEwan McGregorTom SizemoreThe story of 160 elite U.S. soldiers who dropped into Mogadishu in October 1993 to capture two top lieutenants of a renegade warlord, but found themselves in a desperate battle with a large force of heavily armed Somalis.Battle of Mogadishu (1993) - Depicts the U.S. military's mission in Somalia.
- DirectorPaul GreengrassStarsJames NesbittTim Pigott-SmithNicholas FarrellA dramatization of the Irish civil rights protest march and subsequent massacre by British troops on January 30, 1972.Bloody Sunday (1972) - Depicts the events of the Bloody Sunday massacre in Northern Ireland.
- DirectorEmilio EstevezStarsAnthony HopkinsDemi MooreSharon StoneThe destinies of 22 people of different races, sexes, beliefs and social classes are intertwined on the night that politician Robert F. Kennedy is assassinated.Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy (1968) - Depicts the events leading up to the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy.
- CreatorTom FontanaStarsMark RyderIsolda DychaukDiarmuid NoyesStory of the rise and the fall of the Renaissance dynasty.House of Borgia (15th-16th Century) - Centers on the powerful Borgia family during the Renaissance.
- DirectorMel GibsonStarsMel GibsonSophie MarceauPatrick McGoohanScottish warrior William Wallace leads his countrymen in a rebellion to free his homeland from the tyranny of King Edward I of England.First War of Scottish Independence (1296-1328) - Depicts the life of William Wallace and his role in leading the Scottish resistance against English oppression, symbolizing Scotland's struggle for independence.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsTom HanksMark RylanceAlan AldaDuring the Cold War, an American lawyer is recruited to defend an arrested Soviet spy in court, and then help the CIA facilitate an exchange of the spy for the Soviet captured American U2 spy plane pilot, Francis Gary Powers.Cold War and U-2 Incident (1960) - Focuses on the exchange of captured American and Soviet spies.
- CreatorJohn HawkesworthStarsSharon MaughanAndrew MacLachlanRob EdwardsStory of the English Civil War as seen through the eyes of two families; the Laceys, loyal to King Charles I, and the Fletchers, loyal to Oliver Cromwell.English Civil War (1642-1651) - Centers on the conflicts between Royalists and Parliamentarians.
- DirectorUmberto LenziStarsHildegard KnefSergio FantoniGiacomo Rossi StuartCaterina finds out that her husband Peter Tzar of Russia, is plotting to kill her. She sets Count Orlov free from prison, Peter's sworn enemy, becomes empress of Russia and leads the Cossacks army against him.Rise of Catherine the Great (1762-1796) - This historical film portrays the life and reign of Catherine the Great, who became Empress of Russia after orchestrating a coup that overthrew her husband, Peter III. The movie delves into Catherine's efforts to modernize Russia, her relationships with key figures in her court, and her cultural and political contributions. Catherine's reign marked a significant period of reform and expansion for the Russian Empire, making her one of the most prominent and influential rulers in Russian history.
- StarsHelen MirrenJason ClarkeGina McKeeThe life and times of the woman who reformed the Russian empire.Reign of Catherine the Great (1762-1796) - This miniseries explores the tumultuous life and rule of Catherine the Great, the Empress of Russia. It depicts her rise to power after a coup against her husband, Peter III, and her efforts to modernize and reform Russia. The series delves into Catherine's political maneuvering, personal relationships, and her enduring legacy as a strong and influential leader. Catherine's reign marked a pivotal era in Russian history, characterized by cultural advancements, territorial expansion, and her enduring influence on European politics.
- StarsRufus SewellRupert GravesCharlie Creed-MilesThe chronicle of Charles II's time on the throne, his ten-year exile from Oliver Cromwell's England, and his triumphant return.Restoration of the Monarchy (17th Century) - Chronicles the reign of King Charles II after the English Civil War.
- DirectorMike NicholsStarsTom HanksJulia RobertsPhilip Seymour HoffmanA drama based on a Texas congressman Charlie Wilson's covert dealings in Afghanistan, where his efforts to assist rebels in their war with the Soviets have some unforeseen and long-reaching effects.U.S. Support for Afghan Mujahideen (1980s) - Chronicles the covert U.S. operation in Afghanistan.
- CreatorCraig MazinStarsJessie BuckleyJared HarrisStellan SkarsgårdIn April 1986, the city of Chernobyl in the Soviet Union suffers one of the worst nuclear disasters in the history of mankind. Consequently, many heroes put their lives on the line in the following days, weeks and months.Chernobyl Disaster (1986) - Depicts the events leading up to and following the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
- DirectorJohn GlenStarsMarlon BrandoTom SelleckGeorges CorrafaceGenoese navigator overcomes intrigue in the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain and gains financing for his expedition to the East Indies.Voyages of Christopher Columbus (1492-1504) - Depicts the journeys of Christopher Columbus to the Americas.
- StarsMichael WoodAndreas BirnbaumPeter BieringerThis documentary tells the story of the Spanish expeditions in the early sixteenth century that conquests America. This 4-part series Michael Wood (historian) travels in the footsteps of the Spanish expeditions of Hernán Cortés whose conquests was one of the most cataclysmic events in Modern American history.Spanish Conquests in the Americas (16th Century) - Documentary series on the Spanish conquests.
- DirectorKen HughesStarsRichard HarrisAlec GuinnessRobert MorleyPuritan statesman Oliver Cromwell leads England in a civil war against the absolutist and Catholic-sympathetic King Charles I.English Civil War and Oliver Cromwell (17th Century) - Depicts the English Civil War and the rise of Oliver Cromwell.
- DirectorJoe WrightStarsGary OldmanLily JamesKristin Scott ThomasIn May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.World War II and Winston Churchill (1940) - Focuses on Winston Churchill's early days as Prime Minister during WWII.
- DirectorUli EdelStarsMartina GedeckMoritz BleibtreuJohanna WokalekA look at Germany's terrorist group, The Red Army Faction (RAF), which organized bombings, robberies, kidnappings, and assassinations in the late 1960s and '70s.Baader-Meinhof Group (1970s) - Chronicles the actions of the militant leftist group in West Germany.
- DirectorOliver HirschbiegelStarsBruno GanzAlexandra Maria LaraUlrich MatthesTraudl Junge, the final secretary for Adolf Hitler, tells of the Nazi dictator's final days in his Berlin bunker at the end of WWII.Last Days of Adolf Hitler (1945) - Depicts the final days of Adolf Hitler's life in the Führerbunker.
- DirectorKathryn BigelowStarsJohn BoyegaAnthony MackieAlgee SmithFact-based drama set during the 1967 Detroit riots in which a group of rogue police officers respond to a complaint with retribution rather than justice on their minds.Detroit Race Riot (1967) - Depicts the 1967 Detroit riot and police brutality.
- DirectorCarlos SauraStarsOmero AntonuttiEusebio PoncelaLambert WilsonThe film tells the epic story of an expedition that took place between 1560 and 1561, headed by Pedro de Ursúa, in search of "El Dorado." The territory they explored subsequently became Colombia. Three hundred men sold their property and souls to travel down the biggest and least known river in the world. After the rebellion of Lope de Aguirre (who took over command) against Philip II, the king of Spain, this expedition became one of the best-known episodes in the conquest of "The New World." Accompanied by a team of all types, Lope de Aguirre's adventure will end in tragedy, exposing the full range of human miseries.Wild West (19th Century) - Fictional story set in the American West during the 19th century.
- DirectorShekhar KapurStarsCate BlanchettLiz GilesRod CulbertsonThe early years of the reign of Elizabeth I of England and her difficult task of learning what is necessary to be a monarch.Reign of Elizabeth I of England (16th Century) - Chronicles the early years of Queen Elizabeth I's reign.
- StarsHelen MirrenToby JonesHugh DancyMini-series about the the public and private lives of the later years of Queen Elizabeth I.Reign of Elizabeth I of England (16th Century) - Focuses on the later years of Queen Elizabeth I's reign.
- DirectorShekhar KapurStarsCate BlanchettClive OwenGeoffrey RushA mature Queen Elizabeth endures multiple crises late in her reign including court intrigues, an assassination plot, the Spanish Armada, and romantic disappointments.Reign of Elizabeth I of England (16th Century) - Chronicles the later years of Queen Elizabeth I's reign.
- DirectorGilles Paquet-BrennerStarsKristin Scott ThomasMélusine MayanceNiels ArestrupIn modern-day Paris, a journalist finds her life becoming entwined with a young girl whose family was torn apart during the notorious Vel' d'Hiv Roundup in 1942.Holocaust and French Vel' d'Hiv Roundup (1942) - Chronicles a journalist's investigation into the Vel' d'Hiv Roundup.
- DirectorNikolaj ArcelStarsAlicia VikanderMads MikkelsenMikkel Boe FølsgaardA young queen, who is married to an insane king, falls secretly in love with her physician - and together they start a revolution that changes a nation forever.Danish Enlightenment and Struensee Affair (18th Century) - Centers on the love affair between Queen Caroline Mathilde and Johann Friedrich Struensee.
- CreatorHenry HamptonStarsJulian BondCoretta Scott KingJohn LewisA documentary about the American Civil Rights Movement from 1952 to 1965.American Civil Rights Movement (1950s-1960s) - Documentary series on the Civil Rights Movement.
- CreatorJohn ElliotStarsMichael HordernCharles KayBarry FosterThe collapse of three great European dynasties: the Romanovs, the Habsburgs, and the Hohenzollerns.Fall of European Empires (19th-20th Century) - Chronicles the fall of three European empires.
- DirectorFaruk AksoyStarsDevrim EvinIbrahim CelikkolDilek SerbestAfter the death of his father Murat II, Mehmet II ascends to the Ottoman throne. After braving internal and external enemies, he decides to complete what he was destined to do - conquer Constantinople.Fall of Constantinople (1453) - This Turkish historical epic depicts the events leading up to and during the pivotal siege of Constantinople by the Ottoman Empire. The film captures the intense battle between the Ottoman forces, led by Sultan Mehmed II, and the defenders of the Byzantine Empire. The fall of Constantinople marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the beginning of Ottoman dominance in the region. The movie portrays the military strategies, personal sacrifices, and cultural clashes that occurred during the siege. The significance of this event lies in its role as a turning point in history, shaping the course of the Ottoman Empire and impacting the broader geopolitical landscape of the time.
- DirectorOle Christian MadsenStarsThure LindhardtMads MikkelsenStine StengadeA drama centered on two fighters in the Holger Danske World War II resistance group.Danish Resistance in WWII - Depicts the activities of two Danish resistance fighters.
- DirectorRon HowardStarsFrank LangellaMichael SheenKevin BaconA dramatic retelling of the post-Watergate television interviews between British talk-show host David Frost and former president Richard Nixon.Interviews with Richard Nixon (1977) - Chronicles the interviews between David Frost and Richard Nixon.
- DirectorEdward ZwickStarsMatthew BroderickDenzel WashingtonCary ElwesRobert Gould Shaw leads the U.S. Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices from both his own Union Army, and the Confederates.African American Soldiers in the Civil War - Depicts the experiences of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry.
- DirectorGeorge ClooneyStarsDavid StrathairnGeorge ClooneyPatricia ClarksonBroadcast journalist Edward R. Murrow looks to bring down Senator Joseph McCarthy.McCarthyism and Edward R. Murrow (1950s) - Focuses on journalist Edward R. Murrow's confrontation with Senator Joseph McCarthy.
- CreatorRonan BennettKit HaringtonDaniel WestStarsKit HaringtonLiv TylerEdward HolcroftRobert Catesby leads Guy Fawkes a group of English Catholic traitors plan to blow up the Palace Of Westminster and kill King James I in the infamous Gunpowder Plot.Gunpowder Plot (1605) - Depicts the events leading up to the Gunpowder Plot to assassinate King James I.
- StarsKevin CostnerBill PaxtonMatt BarrDramatization of the bitter blood feud between the two families on the West Virginia/Kentucky border in the years after the Civil War.Hatfield-McCoy Feud (19th Century) - Chronicles the infamous feud between two families in the Appalachian region.
- DirectorStanley KramerStarsSpencer TracyBurt LancasterRichard WidmarkIn 1948, an American court in occupied Germany tries four Nazis judged for war crimes.Nuremberg Trials (1945-1946) - Depicts the trials of Nazi war criminals after World War II.
- DirectorErik PoppeStarsJesper ChristensenAnders BaasmoKarl MarkovicsApril 1940. Norway has been invaded by Germany and the royal family and government have fled into the interior. The German envoy to Norway tries to negotiate a peace. Ultimately, the decision on Norway's future will rest with the king.German Invasion of Norway (1940) - Chronicles King Haakon VII's decision during the German invasion.
- DirectorGillo PontecorvoStarsBrahim HadjadjJean MartinYacef SaadiIn the 1950s, fear and violence escalate as the people of Algiers fight for independence from the French government.Algerian War of Independence (1954-1962) - Depicts the struggle for Algerian independence from France.
- DirectorAlbert SerraStarsJean-Pierre LéaudPatrick d'AssumçaoMarc SusiniUpon returning from a hunting expedition, King Louis XIV feels a sharp pain in his leg. He begins to die, surrounded by loyal followers in the royal chambers.Death of Louis XIV (1715) - Chronicles the last days of King Louis XIV of France.
- DirectorSalvador CarrascoStarsDamián DelgadoJosé Carlos RodríguezElpidia CarrilloIt is May 1520 in the vast Aztec Empire one year after the Spanish Conqueror Hernán Cortés' arrival in Mexico. "The Other Conquest" opens with the infamous massacre of the Aztecs at the Great Temple of Tenochtitlan [what is now called Mexico City]. The sacred grounds are covered with the countless bodies of priests and nobility slaughtered by the Spanish Armies under Cortés' command. The lone Aztec survivor of the massacre is a young Indian scribe named Topiltzin [Damián Delgado]. Topiltzin, who is the illegitimate son of the Aztec Emperor Moctezuma, survives the onslaught by burying himself under a stack of bodies. As if awakening from a dream, the young man rises from among the dead to find his mother murdered, the Spanish in power and the dawn of a new era in his native land. A New World with new leaders, language, customs... and God. Representing the New Order is the Spanish Friar Diego [José Carlos Rodríguez]. His mission is to convert the "savage" natives into civilised Christians; to replace their human sacrifices and feathered deities with public Christenings and fealty to the Blessed Virgin Mary. With Topiltzin, Friar Diego faces his most difficult spiritual and personal challenge, for when Topiltzin is captured by Spanish troops and presented to Cortés [Iñaki Aierra], the Spanish Conqueror places Topiltzin's conversion under Friar Diego's care. Old world confronts the New as Topiltzin struggles to preserve his own beliefs, whilst Friar Diego attempts to impose his own. All the while, the question remains: who is converting who?Spanish Conquest of Mexico (16th Century) - Focuses on the experiences of indigenous people during the Spanish conquest.
- DirectorBertrand TavernierStarsMélanie ThierryLambert WilsonGaspard UllielBased on the classic didactic novel, the action centers on the noble lady who soon becomes exposed to the sexual and political intrigues of the French court of the religious wars era.French Wars of Religion (1562-1598) - This historical drama is set against the backdrop of the French Wars of Religion, a series of conflicts between the Catholics and the Protestants in France during the late 16th century. The film follows the story of Marie de Mézières, a young noblewoman who is forced into an arranged marriage with the Prince of Montpensier. As the war rages on, Marie finds herself caught in a web of political intrigue, love, and betrayal.
- DirectorRose BoschStarsJean RenoMélanie LaurentGad ElmalehA faithful retelling of the 1942 "Vel' d'Hiv Roundup" and the events surrounding it.French Vel' d'Hiv Roundup (1942) - Depicts the Vel' d'Hiv Roundup of Jews in Nazi-occupied France.
- DirectorPatrice ChéreauStarsIsabelle AdjaniDaniel AuteuilJean-Hugues AngladeYoung Queen Margot finds herself trapped in an arranged marriage amidst a religious war between Catholics and Protestants. She hopes to escape with a new lover, but finds herself imprisoned by her powerful and ruthless family.St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre (1572) - Set during the French Wars of Religion, the film tells the story of the political intrigues, religious conflicts, and the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre during the reign of Charles IX.
- DirectorNick MorrisJames PowellJean-Pierre Van Der SpuyStarsMichael BallAlfie BoeCarrie Hope FletcherSeen by over 120 million people worldwide one of the world's most popular musicals. Now cinema audiences can experience a live broadcast of the musical phenomenon which broke box office records and sold out its entire 16-week season.French Revolution and Social Injustice (19th Century) - Concert version of Les Misérables.
- DirectorClint EastwoodStarsKen WatanabeKazunari NinomiyaTsuyoshi IharaThe story of the battle of Iwo Jima between the United States and Imperial Japan during World War II, as told from the perspective of the Japanese who fought it.Battle of Iwo Jima (1945) - Depicts the Battle of Iwo Jima from the Japanese perspective.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsDaniel Day-LewisSally FieldDavid StrathairnAs the Civil War rages on, U.S President Abraham Lincoln struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on his decision to emancipate the slaves.Abolition of Slavery and U.S. Civil War (19th Century) - Focuses on Abraham Lincoln's efforts to pass the 13th Amendment.
- DirectorNeil JordanStarsLiam NeesonAidan QuinnJulia RobertsNeil Jordan's historical biopic of Irish revolutionary Michael Collins, the man who led a guerrilla war against the UK, helped negotiate the creation of the Irish Free State, and led the National Army during the Irish Civil War.Irish War of Independence (20th Century) - Chronicles the life and activities of Irish revolutionary Michael Collins.
- DirectorJohn SaylesStarsChris CooperJames Earl JonesMary McDonnellA labor union organizer comes to an embattled mining community brutally and violently dominated and harassed by the mining company.Matewan Massacre and Labor Conflict (1920) - Depicts labor struggles and conflicts in Matewan, West Virginia.
- DirectorAlan ParkerStarsGene HackmanWillem DafoeFrances McDormandTwo F.B.I. Agents with wildly different styles arrive in Mississippi to investigate the disappearance of some civil rights activists.Civil Rights Movement and the Murder of Civil Rights Activists (1964) - Depicts the investigation into the disappearance of three civil rights activists and their murder in Mississippi during the Freedom Summer of 1964. The film highlights the violent resistance to racial integration in the South and the struggles faced by African Americans during the Civil Rights Movement.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsEric BanaDaniel CraigMarie-Josée CrozeAfter the Black September capture and massacre of Israeli athletes at the 1972 Olympics, five men are chosen to eliminate the people responsible for that fateful day.Munich Olympics Massacre and Israeli Response (1972) - Depicts the terrorist attack on the Israeli Olympic team at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich. The film explores the Israeli government's covert retaliation against those responsible for the attack.
- DirectorOliver StoneStarsAnthony HopkinsJoan AllenPowers BootheA biographical story of former U.S. President Richard Nixon, from his days as a young boy, to his eventual Presidency, which ended in shame.Presidency of Richard Nixon (20th century) - Explores the life and presidency of Richard Nixon, including the Watergate scandal and its impact on American politics and society.
- DirectorMartin RittStarsSally FieldBeau BridgesRon LeibmanA young single mother and textile worker agrees to help unionize her mill despite the problems and dangers involved.Labor Union Movement (1970) - Depicts the efforts of a textile worker named Norma Rae Webster to unionize the factory where she works, highlighting the struggles faced by workers in fighting for better working conditions and fair wages.
- DirectorGavin HoodStarsKeira KnightleyMatt SmithMatthew GoodeThe true story of a British whistleblower who leaked information to the press about an illegal NSA spy operation designed to push the UN Security Council into sanctioning the 2003 invasion of Iraq.Iraq War and Whistleblower Katharine Gun (2003) - Chronicles the true story of Katharine Gun, a British intelligence officer who leaked classified information exposing illegal activities and the manipulation of intelligence in the lead-up to the Iraq War.
- DirectorJerzy HoffmanStarsIzabella ScorupcoMichal ZebrowskiAleksandr DomogarovAn epic story about the Ukrainian uprising against the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth magnates in the 17th Century.Khmelnytsky Uprising (1648-1654) - Depicts the Khmelnytsky Uprising in Ukraine against Polish rule, led by Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky. The film highlights the struggles for national identity and autonomy.
- DirectorNick LyonStarsIfan MeredithKimberley HewsDarren HillA band of soldiers must battle their way through Nazi territory to rescue a scientist that could help turn the tide of WWII.Dunkirk Evacuation (1940) - Depicts the evacuation of Allied soldiers from the beaches of Dunkirk, France, during World War II. The film showcases the rescue efforts and the heroic actions of civilians and military personnel.
- DirectorJohn FrankenheimerStarsMichael GambonDonald SutherlandAlec BaldwinIn the mid 1960s, President Lyndon B. Johnson (Sir Michael Gambon) and his foreign-policy team debate the decision to withdraw from or escalate the war in Vietnam.U.S. Involvement in Vietnam War (1961-1965) - Chronicles the political decisions and escalation of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War under President Lyndon B. Johnson's administration.
- DirectorJerzy HoffmanStarsDaniel OlbrychskiMalgorzata BraunekTadeusz LomnickiDuring the 1655 war between Protestant Sweden and Catholic Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth some Polish-Lithuanian nobles side with Swedish king Charles X Gustav while others side with the Polish king Jan Kazimierz.The Deluge and Swedish Deluge (1655-1660) - Depicts the Swedish invasion of Poland and the subsequent Polish-Swedish war known as The Deluge. The film highlights the turmoil and conflicts of the era.
- DirectorMatthew WarchusStarsBill NighyImelda StauntonDominic WestU.K. gay activists work to help miners during their lengthy strike of the National Union of Mineworkers in the summer of 1984.UK Miners' Strike and LGBT Solidarity (1984-1985) - Chronicles the alliance between LGBTQ activists and striking coal miners during the UK miners' strike, showcasing the power of solidarity across different communities.
- DirectorLuis LopezClay TweelStarsChris AndersonBruce BradshawCraig BroadyFollows the people racing to bring the hot new 3D printing technology to your home, documenting the "Macintosh Moment" of this revolution and exploring what it takes to live the American Dream.Rise of 3D Printing Technology (21st Century) - Documentary film exploring the emergence and development of 3D printing technology, which has transformative implications for manufacturing and design.
- DirectorGavin HoodStarsReese WitherspoonJake GyllenhaalPeter SarsgaardWhen a terrorist bombing in North Africa kills 19 incl. an American, an Egyptian chemical engineer flying from South Africa to his wife in USA, is arrested upon arriving USA. He disappears. His wife asks senator for help.Extraordinary Rendition and Counterterrorism (21st Century) - Explores the controversial practice of extraordinary rendition, where suspects are detained and transferred to other countries for interrogation. The film raises ethical and legal questions about counterterrorism efforts.
- DirectorMichael HoffmanStarsRobert Downey Jr.Sam NeillDavid ThewlisThe exiled royal doctor to King Charles II devotes himself to helping Londoners suffering from the plague, and in the process falls in love with an equally poor woman.Restoration of Charles II and English Monarchy (17th Century) - Set during the reign of King Charles II, the film follows a physician's rise to prominence and his interactions with the royal court.
- CreatorBrannon BragaAdam SimonStarsJanet MontgomeryShane WestSeth GabelSupernatural horror loosely based on Salem's 17th century witch trials.Salem Witch Trials (1692) - Set during the infamous Salem witch trials, the series explores the hysteria, accusations, and trials that took place in colonial Massachusetts, revealing the consequences of religious and social tensions.
- StarsEvgeniy TsyganovMariya AndreevaNadezhda MarkinaIn 15th Century Russia, the last Byzantine princess, Sophia Palaiologina, moves from Rome to distant Moscow to marry Czar Ivan III. Destined to become the first influential female figure of the Russian Empire, Sophia overcomes court intrigue and betrayals, and helps Ivan consolidate the fragmented country, push Mongolian invaders out, and build the Kremlin, the most magnificent symbol of Russia.Russian Revolution (1917-1923) - This TV miniseries portrays the events of the Russian Revolution, including the overthrow of the monarchy, rise of Bolsheviks, and establishment of Soviet Russia. It explores the social and political turmoil of the time.
- StarsBen BarnesMarton CsokasHenry ThomasThe story of a group of very different men fighting in the American Colonies for freedom, and how they will shape the future for the United States of America. Based on true stories.American Revolution (1765-1783) - The TV miniseries follows the story of key figures in the American Revolution, such as Samuel Adams and John Hancock. It depicts their roles in organizing protests and advocating for independence from British rule.
- DirectorMarc RothemundStarsJulia JentschFabian HinrichsAlexander HeldA dramatization of the final days of Sophie Scholl, one of the most famous members of the German World War II anti-Nazi resistance movement, The White Rose.White Rose Resistance Group (1943) - Based on true events, the film portrays the final days of Sophie Scholl, a member of the White Rose resistance group that opposed the Nazi regime. It highlights her courage and commitment to standing up against injustice.
- DirectorStanley KubrickAnthony MannStarsKirk DouglasLaurence OlivierJean SimmonsThe slave Spartacus survives brutal training as a gladiator and leads a violent revolt against the decadent Roman Republic, as the ambitious Crassus seeks to gain power by crushing the uprising.Third Servile War (73-71 BC) - Depicts the story of Spartacus, a gladiator who led a slave revolt against the Roman Republic, challenging the institution of slavery.
- StarsGoran VisnjicAlan BatesAngus MacfadyenAfter he is bought by the owner of a Roman gladiator school and trained as a gladiator, a slave leads a rebellion of slaves and gladiators into revolt against Rome.Third Servile War (73-71 BC) - Depicts the story of Spartacus, a gladiator who led a slave revolt against the Roman Republic, challenging the institution of slavery.
- CreatorSteven S. DeKnightStarsAndy WhitfieldLucy LawlessManu BennettThe life of Spartacus, the gladiator who lead a rebellion against the Romans. From his time as an ally of the Romans, to his betrayal and becoming a gladiator, to the rebellion he leads and its ultimate outcome.Spartacus Slave Revolt (73-71 BCE) - The TV series depicts the historical slave revolt led by Spartacus against the Roman Republic. It portrays the gladiatorial battles and the struggle for freedom by enslaved individuals.
- CreatorSteven S. DeKnightStarsJohn HannahManu BennettPeter MensahIn the time before the arrival of Spartacus, the House of Batiatus faces many challenges from competitors, and within its own household.Prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand (Before 73 BCE) - This TV miniseries serves as a prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand. It delves into the events leading up to the gladiatorial uprising and explores the characters' backgrounds.
- DirectorAdam Lee HamiltonStarsJack BaldwinAimée-Lou CameronIan HorganThe first installment of what is widely acknowledged to be Shakespeare's greatest historical saga, Henry IV, Part I is an epic tale of power, treachery and war, exploring the complexity of father-son relationships. Featuring an Olivier award-winning performance from Roger Allam as Falstaff, the comical mentor to Jamie Parker's Prince Hal, this is a celebrated presentation of the English classic, expertly directed by Dominic Dromgoole.Wars of the Roses (15th Century) - Part of the series The Hollow Crown, based on Shakespeare's play.
- DirectorKenneth BranaghStarsKenneth BranaghDerek JacobiSimon ShepherdIn the midst of the Hundred Years War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France in 1415.Battle of Agincourt (1415) - Depicts King Henry V's leadership during the Battle of Agincourt.
- DirectorAnthony MarasStarsDev PatelArmie HammerNazanin BoniadiThe true story of the Taj Hotel terrorist attack in Mumbai. Hotel staff risk their lives to keep everyone safe as people make unthinkable sacrifices to protect themselves and their families.Mumbai Terrorist Attacks (2008) - Depicts the 2008 terrorist attacks on the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai.
- DirectorTerry GeorgeStarsDon CheadleSophie OkonedoJoaquin PhoenixPaul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager, houses over a thousand Tutsi refugees during their struggle against the Hutu militia in Rwanda, Africa.Rwandan Genocide (1994) - Chronicles the efforts of a hotel manager to save refugees during the Rwandan genocide.
- StarsSarah PaulsonSterling K. BrownNina JacobsonInside the series of the same name.O.J. Simpson Trial (1995) - Examines the infamous murder trial.
- DirectorClint EastwoodStarsMorgan FreemanMatt DamonTony KgorogeNelson Mandela, in his first term as President of South Africa, initiates a unique venture to unite the Apartheid-torn land: enlist the national rugby team on a mission to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup.South African Rugby World Cup (1995) - Chronicles Nelson Mandela's use of rugby to unite post-apartheid South Africa.
- StarsMichelle JennerRamon MadaulaRodolfo SanchoThe life of Isabella I of Castile, also known as Isabella the Catholic.Reign of Isabella I of Castile (15th Century) - Chronicles the life and reign of Queen Isabella I.
- DirectorOliver StoneStarsKevin CostnerGary OldmanJack LemmonNew Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison discovers there's more to the Kennedy assassination than the official story.Assassination of John F. Kennedy (1963) - Depicts the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
- DirectorAshutosh GowarikerStarsHrithik RoshanAishwarya Rai BachchanSonu SoodA sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a great Mughal emperor, Akbar, and a Rajput princess, Jodha.Mughal Emperor Akbar's Reign (16th Century) - Chronicles the love story of Emperor Akbar and Princess Jodhaa.
- DirectorFelix ChongStarsChow Yun-FatAaron KwokJingchu ZhangHong Kong police are hunting a counterfeiting gang led by a mastermind code-named "Painter". In order to crack this true identity, the police recruit gang member Lee Man to unmask "Painter's" secret identity.Gwangju Uprising (1980) - Depicts the Gwangju Uprising in South Korea, a pro-democracy movement that led to a violent crackdown by the military government. The event is historically relevant as it played a crucial role in the democratization of South Korea.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsLiam NeesonRalph FiennesBen KingsleyIn German-occupied Poland during World War II, industrialist Oskar Schindler gradually becomes concerned for his Jewish workforce after witnessing their persecution by the Nazis.Holocaust and Oskar Schindler (1940s) - Based on a true story, the film follows Oskar Schindler's efforts to save over a thousand Polish Jews from the Holocaust by employing them in his factories.
- DirectorAva DuVernayStarsDavid OyelowoCarmen EjogoOprah WinfreyA chronicle of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, in 1965.Civil Rights Movement and Voting Rights Marches (1965) - Depicts the events leading up to the historic 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights marches, highlighting the struggle for African American voting rights.
- StarsSimon SchamaAllan CordunerPaul PopplewellFocusing on eight iconic works of art, Power of Art reveals the history of visual imagination through the ages.Art History and Masterpieces - Documentary series that explores the lives of famous artists and the cultural impact of their artworks, highlighting the power of art to shape societies.
- CreatorCarmen Gloria LópezStarsBenjamín VicuñaAndrés ParraMarimar VegaFor three years, 500 Spaniards endured the attack of the indigenous natives in the south of Chile. Only 22 survived. This is the story of those brave men and women and their incredible journey to freedom.Siege of Santiago (16th Century) - Set during the Spanish conquest of Chile, the series depicts the Spanish siege of Santiago and the resistance of the indigenous Mapuche people.
- StarsAlfonso HerreraEréndira IbarraJuan Manuel BernalVeracruz, year 1683. With the intention of restocking his ship, a mysterious and refined captain arrives to the Governor's house, introducing himself as Lorenzo. No one knows his ulterior motives, although they don't take long to surface.Battle of Puebla (1862) - Depicts the Battle of Puebla, a significant battle during the Second French Intervention in Mexico, where Mexican forces successfully defended against the French.
- StarsGoran VisnjicAlan BatesAngus MacfadyenAfter he is bought by the owner of a Roman gladiator school and trained as a gladiator, a slave leads a rebellion of slaves and gladiators into revolt against Rome.Third Servile War (73-71 BC) - Depicts the story of Spartacus, a gladiator who led a slave revolt against the Roman Republic, challenging the institution of slavery.
- CreatorSteven S. DeKnightStarsAndy WhitfieldLucy LawlessManu BennettThe life of Spartacus, the gladiator who lead a rebellion against the Romans. From his time as an ally of the Romans, to his betrayal and becoming a gladiator, to the rebellion he leads and its ultimate outcome.Spartacus Slave Revolt (73-71 BCE) - The TV series depicts the historical slave revolt led by Spartacus against the Roman Republic. It portrays the gladiatorial battles and the struggle for freedom by enslaved individuals.
- CreatorSteven S. DeKnightStarsJohn HannahManu BennettPeter MensahIn the time before the arrival of Spartacus, the House of Batiatus faces many challenges from competitors, and within its own household.Prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand (Before 73 BCE) - This TV miniseries serves as a prequel to Spartacus: Blood and Sand. It delves into the events leading up to the gladiatorial uprising and explores the characters' backgrounds.