Period Drama
Elizabeth R
Glenda Jackson stars as Queen Elizabeth I in this series documenting the dramatic reign of the Virgin Queen.
1. The Lion's Cub (86 mins)
- Shoulder to ShoulderThe fight for the right to vote. The landmark 70s drama starring Sian Phillips
- Bleak HouseDarkness, despair and forbidden love. The all-star adaptation of the Dickens classic
- Crowdie and CreamThree-part drama based on Finlay J MacDonald's account of life in 1930s Scottish Hebrides.
- Much Ado About NothingRSC's tale of manipulative matchmaking. In a futuristic world, two couples fall in love163 mins
- ToveA captivating biopic of Tove Jansson, the artist, author and creator of the Moomins96 mins
- The Wars of the RosesPeter Hall's classic productions for the RSC, featuring Janet Suzman and Ian Holm
- Hamlet from Bristol Old VicA bold adaptation of the classic tragedy with Billy Howle, Niamh Cusack and Mirren Mack145 mins
- The Magnificent AmbersonsOrson Welles' acclaimed, moving portrayal of the changing fortunes of an American dynasty84 mins
- Sense and SensibilityTwo sisters, one classic tale. Dominic Cooper stars in Jane Austen’s beloved story
- Little DorritDickens' story of love, honour, debt and hope. Claire Foy and Matthew Macfadyen star
- HamletDavid Tennant and Patrick Stewart star in the RSC's sumptuous, award-winning production182 mins
- MacbethOrson Welles' haunting retelling of Shakespeare's classic tale of treachery and murder103 mins
