Extensive costumes, picturesque spaces, battles, eloquent language, elite setup and larger than life set. Add to this events of the past, told with a touch of fiction and voila, you spend hours staring at your television set.
Now, not all of us were big fans of history at school, but when similar events are played on screen, the effect is different. And it may also inspire Google something that was Mary Queen of Scots and why she often confused with Mary I of England.
If you are a fan of period drama, today is the time for you. Here we have a list of 10 historical fiction shows available on Netflix that you can watch to keep yourself busy during lockdown.
.Reign
The show, based on the life of Queen Mary Stuart of Scotland, takes us deep into the life of the sovereign and explores the challenges that come to sustain her reign. The series has Adelaide Kane in the lead role and has four seasons.
. Vikings
They are fierce, they are strong, they are Vikings. The show is inspired by the stories of the great Norse hero, Ragnar Lothbrook. In season 1, we are introduced to other important characters including Ragnar, his wife Lagertha and his brother Rollo, friend Flakki and older son Björn.
.The Crown
Based on the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the show has been praised by the star cast for its clever writing and superb performances. Claire Foy plays the role of Queen Elizabeth II in the first two seasons. Olivia Coleman replaced Foy in season 3.
. Spartacus
The show has four seasons, inspired by the life of Spartacus, leader of the Gladiatorial War (7371 BCE) against Rome. Andy Whitfield played the titular role in the first two seasons. He was replaced by Liam McIntire in a later season.
.Rise of Empires: Ottoman
Adrenaline pump battle scenes are the highlight of the series. Empress of the Rise: The Turks take us into the life of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II, who, after claiming the throne, launches a siege to break through the walls of Constantinople. Quite said, go see!
.Versailles
The show takes us to the Emperor's court when King Louis XIV ruled France. When his own subjects start disobeying him, he comes up with a plan to force them to submit. George Blagden of Vikings fame plays the lead role in the series.
.The Last Kingdom
Uhtred is born as a Vikings but was raised by the Saxons to become a ferocious warrior. Be a witness to his adventurous journey as he seeks to claim his birthright by waging war against Alfred the Great in this epic historical tale show. The Last Kingdom stars Alexander Dramon, Emily Cox and David Dawson in pivotal roles. The fourth season of the series was recently released on Netflix.
.Medici: The Magnificent
The series is based on the life of the influential Medici family of Italy. The first season of the series returns us to 15th century Europe, which is based on the life of Giovanni de 'Medici, a wealthy banker living in Florence. The show has four seasons..
.Knightfall
The series follows the story of the Knights Templar belonging to the Middle Ages, assigned to protect precious Christian relics. In season 1, the knights again force the knights to raise their swords after their man is killed.
.Outlander
Adapted from Diana Gabledon's fantasy-romance book series of the same name, the series tells the story of Claire Randall and Jamie Fraser to two lovers at different times. With time travel, romance, exotic locations and whatnot, all five seasons of the show guarantee entertainment.
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