🎬 The 15 Best Historical Movies & TV Shows to Watch Now (AARP Article)

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🎬 The 15 Best Historical Movies & TV Shows to Watch Now (AARP Article)

FROM THE ARTICLE.

The Best Historical TV Shows and Movies to Watch Now.

Take a time trip with these 15 stunning dramas that make you feel smarter, and more entertained.

By Tracey Minkin, AARP.

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Published May 13, 2025.

Who says TV makes you dumb? Or that movies are escapist fluff? Not when it comes to historical dramas, which seem never to go out of style. Ready to revisit some of your favorite chapters in world history, while being deeply entertained? Or discover new stories you never knew existed? Grab the remote and settle in. With these 15 top-tier historical TV shows and films streaming now, class is in session. Pass the popcorn.

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