10 Shows & Movies Similar to The Tudors (2007)

Description: Jeremy Irons leads this series about papal intrigue, sharing 'The Tudors' themes of religious power struggles and family ambition. Both feature morally complex characters in sumptuous historical settings.

Fact: Created by Neil Jordan. Competed with 'Borgia' series. Canceled after three seasons.

Description: Similar to 'The Tudors' in its focus on royal intrigue, power struggles, and romantic entanglements during a tumultuous period in English history. Both series blend historical events with dramatic storytelling, featuring strong female leads navigating the dangerous waters of court politics.

Fact: Based on Philippa Gregory's historical novels. Covers the Wars of the Roses. Features Rebecca Ferguson in her breakout role.

Description: Shares 'The Tudors' approach of blending history with contemporary elements (like modern music). Focuses on young Mary, Queen of Scots with similar themes of romance, betrayal, and political intrigue in royal courts.

Fact: Adelaide Kane's breakout role. Ran for four seasons. Heavily fictionalized historical drama.

Description: While more austere than 'The Tudors', this series covers the same historical period from Thomas Cromwell's perspective. Both shows examine the intersection of personal ambition and political power in Henry VIII's court.

Fact: Based on Hilary Mantel's Booker Prize-winning novels. Mark Rylance's acclaimed performance. Noted for its authentic candlelit cinematography.

Description: Though earlier in history, shares 'The Tudors' blend of historical events with personal drama. Both feature the formation of England through warfare and political alliances, with complex characters navigating turbulent times.

Fact: Based on Bernard Cornwell's novels. Originally BBC then Netflix. Features Viking invasions of England.

Description: Like 'The Tudors', this French production offers lavish costumes, palace intrigue, and a young monarch navigating power. Both series emphasize the sensual and political aspects of royal life.

Fact: Most expensive French TV series ever made. Filmed at actual Palace of Versailles. Controversial for its historical inaccuracies.

Description: Similar to 'The Tudors' in its portrayal of a powerful family shaping history through finance and politics. Both shows mix family drama with historical events in visually stunning Renaissance settings.

Fact: Stars Richard Madden and Dustin Hoffman. Focuses on banking dynasty's rise. Filmed in Italy and Hungary.

Description: While set later than 'The Tudors', this series similarly explores a young monarch's personal and political challenges. Both balance state affairs with romantic storylines in historically rich productions.

Fact: Jenna Coleman's starring role. Features Prince Albert's romance. Uses real Queen Victoria's diaries.

Description: A spiritual successor to 'The Tudors', this series continues the story of English monarchy with the same mix of political maneuvering and personal drama. It shares the lavish production values and focus on how personal relationships shape history.

Fact: Direct sequel to 'The White Queen'. Explores Henry VII's reign. Jodie Comer stars before her 'Killing Eve' fame.

Description: Continues the tradition of 'The Tudors' with its focus on Catherine of Aragon's early life, offering another perspective on Tudor-era politics. Like 'The Tudors', it combines historical detail with modern sensibilities in its storytelling.

Fact: Based on two Philippa Gregory novels. Features diverse casting in historical roles. Explores Catherine's life before Henry VIII.