Historical and Period TV Dramas

This outstanding series is centered on Uhtred of Bebbanburg, who was born a Saxon and taken as a slave by the Danes (Vikings) when he was a boy.  He later returns to the Saxons and repeatedly attempts to claim his family land.

The series initially follows Ragnar Lothbrok, who becomes a Viking king, and then his sons, with raids in England, Francia, and the Mediterranean.  The writing degrades in the latter series, but still overall entertaining.

The entertaining French and German language series is a loosely based account of Maximilian I and Mary of Burgundy who married in 1477.  There is a pleasing balance of drama, political intrigue, and action.

The series is a spin off and sequel to Vikings and is set about 100 years later in the 11th century during the era of the decline of the Viking age.  While entertaining, the writing and acting in this series is no where near as good.

This entertaining movie is a loosely based account of Scottish king Robert the Bruce (1274-1329), portrayed by Chris Pine, who led a rebellion against the king of England.  It contains an engaging mix of action and drama.