10 English Period Dramas To Watch If You Like Netflixs Bridgerton

10 English Period Dramas To Watch If You Like Netflix’s Bridgerton

Netflix’s Bridgerton has caused a stir amongst fans of the historical romance genre. For similar viewing experiences, here are other dramas to try.

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The 19th-century English period drama Bridgerton, based on the series of bestselling novels written by Julia Quinn, has caused quite a stir among fans of the historical romance genre.

Bridgerton refers to the large family navigating the high-society of England’s lavish Regency Era. As young Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) comes of age and strikes up a romance when entering the marriage market, her life is forever changed. For similar cinematic experiences that deal with this historical age, scroll below.

10 The Importance Of Being Earnest (2002)

Based on the Oscar Wilde stage play of the same name, The Importance Of Being Earnest is a breezy rom-com set in 1890 London. The story centers on Algy (Rupert Everett) and Jack (Colin Firth), two best friends who both use the name “Ernest” as a secret pseudonym to woo potential lovers.

When the two men come face to face and are forced to reveal each other’s true identities, a madcap romantic whirlwind ensues. Reese Witherspoon stars as Cecily, a ravishing socialite who helps expose Jack and Algy’s ruse.

9 Brideshead Revisited (2008)

Adapted from the 1981 BBC series of the same name, Julian Jarrold’s Brideshead Revisited is the perfect film to watch for fans of Bridgerton. Set in WWII England, the story centers on Charles Ryder (Matthew Goode), a soldier and aspiring artist who meets his romantic match while stationed at Brideshead military camp.

In his new environment, Charles begins hobnobbing with the English upper crust and meets Lady Julia Flyte (Hayley Atwell). Despite falling in love, the two marry other suitors before reuniting to express their undying love for one another.

8 Downton Abbey (2019)

Much like Brideshead Revisited, Downton Abbey was also adapted from a runaway BBC hit series that ran from 2010-2015. The film version continues the exploits of the Crawley clan, an affluent English family living at a sprawling estate in the early 1900s.

The historical drama concerns a visit paid to the Crawley estate by the King and Queen of England in 1927. As a large ceremony proceeds, an assassin infiltrates the estate with plans to kill the King.

7 The House Of Mirth (2000)

Adapted by English director Terrence Davies from the acclaimed Edith Wharton novel, The House of Mirth is a sumptuous romantic drama starring Gillian Anderson and Eric Stoltz as unrequited lovers.

Anderson plays Lily Bart, a gorgeous Englishwoman whose lavish lifestyle is reduced to the near-poverty for two years. Desperate to marry for money, Lily eschews her feeling for the poor lawyer Mr. Seldon (Stoltz) and instead pursues several wealthy suitors before realizing what truly makes her happy.

6 Jane Eyre (2011)

Charlotte Bronte’s classic literary character Jane Eyre has been translated to the big screen several times, but never with as much haunting impact as Cary Joji Fukunaga’s 2011 adaptation.

Mia Wasikowska stars as the titular governess whose happy existence at Thornfield Hall is interrupted by the arrival of Edward Rochester (Michael Fassbender), a cold and cryptic headmaster harboring a secret. As Jane begins to fall for her new boss, the harrowing revelation of Rochester’s history threatens her existence.

5 The Remains Of The Day (1993)

James Ivory’s 8-time Oscar nominee Remains of the Day continues to be hailed as one of all-time greatest English period dramas. Sir Anthony Hopkins plays Lewis Stevens, a rueful WWII-era butler pining over his lost love.

Based on the Kazuo Ishiguro novel, Stevens serves his masters with the utmost professionalism for decades. However, in his latter days, Stevens regrets being so steadfast in his job and missing out on the chance to live life to its fullest and pursue his love for Miss Kent (Emma Thomspon) two decades earlier.

4 Emma (2020)

Whether it’s the 1996 version starring Gwyneth Paltrow or the 2020 version starring breakout star Anya Taylor-Joy, Emma is a must-see for fans of Bridgerton.

Based on the beloved Jane Austen novel, Emma Woodhouse is a charming but meddlesome 19th-century matchmaker who spends her days finding the ideal suitor for her closest friends and family. Of course, Emma is too bust to notice that her one true love is right before her very eyes.

3 Shakespeare In Love (1998)

John Madden’s 7-time Oscar-winning English period drama Shakespeare In Love has all the lighthearted charms and playful qualities of Netflix’s Bridgerton.

The film imagines the most prolific writer in the world, William Shakespeare, as he runs into writer’s block following the sale of his newest play. Desperate to find a muse, William runs into one frustrating obstacle after another until he meets the ravishing Viola (Gwyneth Paltrow). When Viola auditions for one of his plays as a man, she and Shakespeare strike a secret love affair.

2 Sense And Sensibility (1995)

Jane Austen is the foremost authority on English period-dramas, and while her novel Sense and Sensibility has been interpreted many times throughout history, none rank better than Ang Lee’s 1995 adaptation.

Written and starring Emma Thomson (who won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay), the film follows Elinor Dashwood (Thompson) and her two sisters struggling to live comfortably after the death of their father. To compensate, Elinor falls for opulent bachelor Edward (Hugh Grant), but her family disapproves.

1 Pride And Prejudice (2005)

Regardless of the version, Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice is the most definitive English period-drama ever translated to the big screen. Joe Wright’s 2005 adaptation earned four Oscar nominations, including a Best Leading Actress nod for Keira Knightley.

The classic story revolves around Elizabeth Bennett (Knightley), a bubbly bachelorette who is wooed by the rich, handsome, and single Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen). As Darcy struggles with falling in love with a woman below his class, the two bring their own preconceived notions to their forbidden romance.

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