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1. Aladdin (2019)
PG | 128 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Aladdin, a kind thief, woos Jasmine, the princess of Agrabah, with the help of Genie. When Jafar, the grand vizier, tries to usurp the king, Jasmine, Aladdin and Genie must stop him from succeeding.
Director: Guy Ritchie | Stars: Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, Marwan Kenzari
Votes: 291,089 | Gross: $355.56M
2. Carnival Row (2019–2023)
TV-MA | 56 min | Crime, Drama, Fantasy
A human detective and a fairy rekindle a dangerous affair in a Victorian fantasy world, where the city's uneasy peace collapses when a string of murders reveals an unimaginable monster.
Stars: Orlando Bloom, Cara Delevingne, Simon McBurney, Tamzin Merchant
Votes: 82,637
3. Medici (2016–2019)
TV-14 | 1,314 min | Biography, Drama, History
A political family drama set in Florence in the early fifteenth century. Cosimo de Medici finds himself at the helm of his banking dynasty when his father, Giovanni, dies suddenly.
Stars: Daniel Sharman, Alessandra Mastronardi, Synnove Karlsen, Sebastian De Souza
Votes: 22,393
4. Wolf Hall (2015)
TV-14 | 60 min | Biography, Drama, History
After the downfall of Cardinal Wolsey, his secretary, Thomas Cromwell, finds himself amongst the treachery and intrigue of King Henry VIII's court and soon becomes a close advisor to the King, a role fraught with danger.
Stars: Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, Claire Foy, Thomas Brodie-Sangster
Votes: 13,158
5. Arthdal Chronicles (2019–2023)
80 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
"Arthdal Chronicles" depicts the birth of civilization and nations in ancient times. It is a story of mythical heroes--their struggle, unity, and love of people living in a virtual land called Arth.
Stars: Jang Dong-gun, Kim Ok-bin, Yoon Sa-bong, Park Hae-joon
Votes: 6,027
6. The Politician (2019–2020)
TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Drama
Payton Hobart, a student from Santa Barbara, has known since age seven that he's going to be President of the United States. But first he'll have to navigate the most treacherous political landscape of all: Saint Sebastian High School.
Stars: Ben Platt, Zoey Deutch, Lucy Boynton, Julia Schlaepfer
Votes: 24,632
7. Borgia (2011–2014)
TV-MA | 52 min | Biography, Drama, History
Story of the rise and the fall of the Renaissance dynasty.
Stars: Mark Ryder, Isolda Dychauk, Diarmuid Noyes, John Doman
Votes: 7,244
8. Roosevelt
Biography, Drama, History | Pre-production
A biographical drama about President Theodore Roosevelt.
Director: Martin Scorsese | Star: Leonardo DiCaprio
9. Jumong (2006–2007)
TV-Y | 60 min | Biography, Drama, History
An epic based on the myth of Jumong, founder of the ancient Korean kingdom of Goguryeo in 37 B.C.
Stars: Song Il-guk, Han Hye-jin, Kim Seung-su, Jun Kwang-ryul
Votes: 4,135
10. My Country: The New Age (2019)
80 min | Action, Drama, History
Set during the end of the Goryeo period to the early Joseon period. Two friends aim their swords against one another due to differences in opinion about "my country."
Stars: Yang Se-jong, Woo Do-Hwan, Jang Hyuk, Kim Seol-hyun
Votes: 2,605
11. Nirvana in Fire (2015–2018)
TV-14 | 45 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
Story about a son's search for his family's lost honor.
Stars: Kei Gambit, Ge Hu, Tu-Te-Ha-Meng, Kai Wang
Votes: 2,901
12. Edison (2005)
R | 99 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Upon discovering a den of corrupt policemen, a fresh-faced journalist makes shaky allies in a jaded reporter and investigator for a powerful district attorney.
Director: David J. Burke | Stars: Morgan Freeman, Kevin Spacey, Justin Timberlake, LL Cool J
Votes: 16,284
13. Against All Enemies (2023)
106 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
A documentary feature film that explores the critical role of military veterans in domestic violent extremist groups.
Director: Charlie Sadoff | Stars: Michael Breen, Eric Braden, Kristofer Goldsmith, Kathleen Belew
Votes: 286
14. Six Flying Dragons (2015–2016)
Action, Drama, History
Story of the the foundation of the Joseon Dynasty in Korea and ambition, success and fall of several real and fictional characters.
Stars: Kim Hyun-bin, Yoo Ah-in, Byun Yo-han, Kim Myung-min
Votes: 1,215
15. This Place Rules (2022)
TV-MA | 82 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Follows events and characters surrounding the January 6th, 2021 insurrection of the U.S. Capital Building in the days preceding the attack.
Director: Andrew Callaghan | Stars: Andrew Callaghan, Joker Gang, Gum Gang, Brittany
Votes: 6,560
16. Baron noir (2016– )
TV-MA | 55 min | Drama, Thriller
The story of a French president to be and one of his friends, the mayor of a small city in northern France.
Stars: Kad Merad, Anna Mouglalis, Astrid Whettnall, Lubna Gourion
Votes: 1,662
17. The Great Queen Seondeok (2009)
60 min | Biography, Drama, History
Story of Queen Seondeok who was born a princess, brought up among commoners and overcame many trials to become the ruler of Silla.
Stars: Jeong Woong-in, Kim Jung-hyun, Ryu Dam, Lee Yo-won
Votes: 1,420
18. The Glory of Tang Dynasty (2017– )
Drama, History, Romance
The series is about the ups and downs in the life of Shen Zhen Zhu, a exceptional beauty living during the most turbulent periods of the Tang dynasty.
Stars: Kei Gambit, Tian Jing, Jialun Ren, Junjie Qin
Votes: 115
19. Posse (1975)
PG | 92 min | Western
An unscrupulous politico marshal and his deputies chase a gang of train robbers whose leader proves that every man has his price.
Director: Kirk Douglas | Stars: Kirk Douglas, Bruce Dern, Bo Hopkins, James Stacy
Votes: 2,455 | Gross: $0.21M
20. The Broken Crown (2016)
113 min | Biography, Drama, History
In a Spain consumed by ambition and power, the future of an empire depends on one woman's state of mind.
Director: Jordi Frades | Stars: Rodolfo Sancho, Irene Escolar, Raúl Mérida, Eusebio Poncela
Votes: 869
21. The Advisors Alliance (2017– )
45 min | Biography, Drama, History
Life of Sima Yi, a famous ancient Chinese advisor during the Three Kingdom Era who helps Cao Pi to usurp the throne.
Stars: Xiubo Wu, Chen Li, Tao Liu, Laixi
Votes: 335
22. They Won't Forget (1937)
Passed | 95 min | Drama, Film-Noir, Mystery
A politically ambitious district attorney, unscrupulous tabloid journalists, and regional prejudice combine to charge a teacher with the murder of his student.
Director: Mervyn LeRoy | Stars: Claude Rains, Gloria Dickson, Edward Norris, Otto Kruger
Votes: 1,948
23. Secret of the Three Kingdoms (2018– )
45 min | Drama, History
An alternative history version of one of the Three kingdoms era plots focusing on the rivalry between the last Han emperor and Cao family.
Stars: Jianci Tan, Xuan Dong, Uvin Wang, Jie Dong
Votes: 118
24. Ja Myung Go (2009)
Action, Drama, Fantasy
A sad story of how the power struggle, female rivalry and a mystical omen destroyed the kingdom.
Stars: Jung Ryeo-won, Park Min-Young, Jung Kyung-ho, Jin Ji-hee
Votes: 239
25. Donggong (2019)
45 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
Xiao Feng (Peng Xiao Ran) is the beloved princess of Western Liang when she is arranged to marry the crown prince Li Cheng Yin (Chen Xing Xu). Loved by her people immensely, she sets off on... See full summary »
Stars: Xingxu Chen, Xiaoran Peng, Shawn Wei, Siqin Gaowa
Votes: 302
26. Indiscretion (2016)
Not Rated | 99 min | Thriller
A married woman's affair comes back to haunt her when her obsessed lover infiltrates every part of her life.
Director: John Stewart Muller | Stars: Mira Sorvino, Cary Elwes, Christopher Backus, Katherine McNamara
Votes: 1,155
27. Shockproof (1949)
Approved | 79 min | Crime, Drama, Film-Noir
A parole officer falls in love with his client, a ravishing blonde who served time for murder, and he's determined to help her go straight despite her interfering criminal boyfriend.
Director: Douglas Sirk | Stars: Cornel Wilde, Patricia Knight, John Baragrey, Esther Minciotti
Votes: 2,300
28. The Legend (2007)
Drama, Fantasy, History
A fairy tale about king-Arthur-type main character, story of karma, passions and political ambitions in the ancient kingdom.
Stars: Oh Gwang-Rok, Choi Min-soo, Park Sang-Won, Bae Yong-jun
Votes: 253
29. Capitol Punishment (2021)
139 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Actor Nick Searcy was at the January 6th rally and provides never before seen footage of the January 6th rally. Searcy interviews Proud Boys president Enrique Tarrio, and others who were ... See full summary »
Director: Christopher Burgard | Stars: Aaron Babbitt, Ashli Babbitt, Maureen Bailey, Patrick Bergy
Votes: 711
30. Love at the Top (1974)
R | 105 min | Comedy, Drama
A cynical tragicomedy focusing on the different ways of love in the times of the sexual revolution.
Director: Michel Deville | Stars: Jean-Louis Trintignant, Jean-Pierre Cassel, Romy Schneider, Jane Birkin
Votes: 2,082
31. The Flower of Evil (2003)
R | 104 min | Drama, Thriller
Three generations of a wealthy Bordeaux family are caught in the crossfire when Anne decides to run for mayor, thanks to a political pamphlet that revives an old murder scandal.
Director: Claude Chabrol | Stars: Nathalie Baye, Benoît Magimel, Suzanne Flon, Mélanie Doutey
Votes: 3,588 | Gross: $0.18M
32. Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy (2017–2018)
45 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
The series is set in the fictional world of Novoland and tells the story of loyalty, friendship, enmity, struggles and romance between the young descendants during the twilight years of the Duan Dynasty.
Stars: Xuan Huang, Shawn Dou, Fangsheng Lu, Qinqin Jiang
Votes: 313
33. Startling by Each Step (2011– )
TV-14 | 46 min | Drama, Fantasy, Romance
After a car accident plunges a woman into the dreamy Chinese past that gave the whole life in the Beijing imperial palace after that she returns to her life in the modern world.
Stars: Kei Gambit, ShiShi Liu, Nicky Wu, Kevin Cheng
Votes: 625
34. The Cost of Deception (2021)
125 min | Action, Crime, Drama
When a young, ambitious market researcher finds out her boss is involved in the leaking of a scandalous Prime Minister speech, she decides to investigate the case to gain a position among the big-shots. Based on actual events.
Director: Keith English | Stars: Vivianne Bánovits, András Mózes, Barna Bokor, Gabriella Gubás
Votes: 40,558
35. January 6th (2022)
TV-MA | 150 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Follows the events of the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th of 2021, told by those who witnessed the chaos firsthand.
Directors: Gédéon Naudet, Jules Naudet | Stars: Liz Cheney, Nancy Pelosi, Steven Sund
Votes: 518
36. Nirvana in Fire 2 (2017–2018)
TV-14 | 45 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
They killed his brother and destroyed his family. They thought he was too weak to do anything. They thought wrong.
Stars: Huiwen Zhang, Haoran Liu, Xianxu Hu, Hui-Wen Chang
Votes: 249
37. She Will Rise (TV Movie)
Biography, Drama | Pre-production
Follows the rise and fall of former Congresswoman Katie Hill.
Star: Elisabeth Moss
38. Emperor of the Sea (2004–2005)
22 min | Action, Drama, History
Jang Bo Go (Choi Soo Jong) was a slave from Shilla (a Korean dynasty that lasted from 57 B.C. until 935 A.D.) He was sold in China during the Tang Dynasty, where he was trained as a ... See full summary »
Stars: Kim Kap-su, Bae Soo-bin, Jeong Ho-geun, Park Yeong-gyu
Votes: 1,514
39. Four Hours at the Capitol (2021)
TV-MA | 92 min | Documentary, Crime
A chronicle of the incursion at the U.S. Capitol, when thousands of citizens from across the country gathered in Washington D.C., many with the intent of disrupting the certification of Joe Biden's presidency.
Director: Jamie Roberts | Stars: Eddie Block, Buddy Carter, Jim McGovern, Leah Han
Votes: 3,872
40. The Real Story of January 6 (2022)
102 min | Documentary, Crime
The "Real Story of January 6", a feature documentary by the Epoch Times reveals the truth that has been hidden from the American people.
Director: Joshua Philipp | Stars: Luke Coffee, Joseph M. Hanneman, Jake Lang, Kash Patel
Votes: 266
41. Jeong Do-jeon (2014)
Action, Biography, History
Set between late Goryeo Dynasty and early Joseon Dynasty period. Jung Do-Jeon plans for the new country of "Joseon" and new culture as an influential advisor to King Taejo. Jung Do-Jeon resistance among those that want to keep Goryeo.
Stars: Cho Jae-hyun, Yoo Dong-geun, Park Yeong-gyu, Kim Myung-soo
Votes: 66
42. Les rois maudits (1972–1973)
616 min | Drama, History
Set during the reigns of the last five kings of the Capetian dynasty and the first two kings of the House of Valois, the series begins as the French King Philip the Fair, already surrounded... See full summary »
Stars: Gilles Béhat, Hélène Duc, Jean-Luc Moreau, André Luguet
Votes: 417
43. Spin (2012–2016)
TV-PG | 52 min | Drama, Thriller
After the assassination of the president, the electoral campaign begins again. The president's former advisor, is trying to promote his foals. The Secretary of State, is also in the running. The dirty tricks multiply.
Stars: Bruno Wolkowitch, Grégory Fitoussi, Philippe Magnan, Yves Pignot
Votes: 802
44. The Most Canceled Man in America (2022)
47 min | Documentary, Crime
A young political activist is openly targeted by the US Government for his involvement in nationwide protests and the events of January 6th, 2021. With his money seized and no ability to board a plane, he leads a movement to new heights.
Director: Paul Escandon | Stars: Matt Evans, Nick Fuentes, Vincent James, Tyler Russell
Votes: 350
45. The Governor's Wife (2008 TV Movie)
R | 95 min | Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Ann Danville steps up her manipulation as she tries to retain control over her son Nathan and the Danville estate.
Director: David Burton Morris | Stars: Marilu Henner, Emily Bergl, Matt Keeslar, Scout Taylor-Compton
Votes: 410
46. Indivisible: Healing Hate (2022)
TV-14 | 305 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Analyzes the driving forces behind the January 6th attack on the Capitol, uncovering surprising links between January 6, historical events and today's most dangerous radical frontiers in America.
Star: Mandy Patinkin
Votes: 317
47. Beauty's Rival in Palace: mei ren xin ji (2010)
Drama, Romance
Story of how the smart concubine, future Chinese empress Dou, and other women influenced the power struggle and reign of men.
Stars: Ruby Lin, Sammul Chan, Mi Yang, Likun Wang
Votes: 64
48. Trump Unprecedented (2022)
60 min | Documentary, Biography
Centered around the former U.S. President Donald Trump, the three-part miniseries goes behind the scenes of the Trump family on the campaign trail just days before and after the 2020 ... See full summary »
Stars: Donald Trump, Ivanka Trump, Melania Trump
Votes: 15
49. Day of Rage: How Trump Supporters Took the U.S. Capitol (2021)
40 min | Documentary, Short, Crime
As part of a six-month investigation, The Times synchronized and mapped thousands of videos and police audio of the U.S. Capitol riot to provide the most complete picture to date of what happened - and why.
Directors: David Botti, Malachy Browne | Stars: Malachy Browne, Haley Willis, Zachary Alam, Ashli Babbitt
Votes: 174
50. Byw Celwydd (2016–2018)
49 min | Drama
Drama portraying the conflict between fictional journalists, advisors and politicians who are all members of fictional parties in Cardiff Bay. Following elections, a coalition is in power, ... See full summary »
Stars: Catherine Ayers, Matthew Gravelle, Mark Lewis Jones, Eiry Thomas
Votes: 49