Blackadder is a satirical, sarcastic TV show that combines humor, history, and cunning plans. Each season follows a different member of the Blackadder family as they navigate various historical periods, encountering witches, crusaders, kings, queens, and battles along the way.
As the bubonic plague spreads through Italy, a group of nobles and servants retreats to a villa, where their lavish getaway quickly spirals into chaos.
Virgin Territory is a sex comedy that takes place in 14th-century Tuscany during the devastating Black Death. The story follows a group of young people who face various romantic and sexual adventures amidst the chaos of the plague. With manipulative nuns, marriage proposals, and a touch of romance, Virgin Territory provides a humorous and lighthearted take on a dark period in history.
Nosferatu is a silent horror film directed by F.W. Murnau. It tells the story of Count Orlok, a vampire who moves to a small town in Germany. As the town falls victim to the vampire's reign of terror, a young man named Hutter tries to stop him. With its eerie atmosphere and iconic portrayal of a vampire, Nosferatu is a classic of German Expressionist cinema.
Set in the 14th century, 'World Without End' follows the lives of the residents of Kingsbridge as they navigate the challenges of the Hundred Years' War and the devastating outbreak of the Black Death. The miniseries explores themes of betrayal, corruption, witch-hunts, and social upheaval in a time of turmoil and uncertainty.
A knight returning from the Crusades questions the meaning of life, death, and God while facing the Grim Reaper in a chess match amid the Black Plague. As the knight and Death play, their surroundings are engulfed in cultural turmoil caused by the plague, and the people try to cope with the devastation in their own ways.
In 11th century Persia, a young Christian boy named Rob travels to Isfahan to study medicine under the renowned Persian physician, Ibn Sina. Despite facing many challenges, including religious persecution and the outbreak of the Black Death, Rob becomes a skilled physician and gains the respect of his colleagues. Along the way, he also forms strong friendships and experiences love. His journey takes him through various adventures and trials as he navigates the world of medieval medicine and the clash of cultures.
In the midst of a medieval war, a prince leads a band of mercenaries to reclaim his stolen castle, but encounters betrayal and falls in love with a kidnapped noblewoman.
In 1348, as the Black Death spreads across England, a young monk is sent on a mission to investigate rumors of a remote village unaffected by the plague. He soon discovers that the village has made a pact with a necromancer, who is using the plague to carry out acts of witchcraft. Faced with both the brutality of the plague and the terror of the supernatural, the monk must confront his own faith and beliefs to survive.
Join Remy the rat and his friends on an educational adventure through history as they explore various topics like the Black Death, the bubonic plague, and life on a ship. Along the way, they encounter funny and entertaining situations that will make learning fun for the whole family.
In 17th century Germany, during the Thirty Years' War, a young boy named Krabat becomes an apprentice to a sorcerer who operates a mill. Krabat discovers that the mill is a front for black magic rituals and must navigate a world of danger and dark secrets. Based on the novel of the same name, Krabat is a gripping tale of friendship, loss, and the struggle between good and evil.
In medieval England, a young boy named Griffin navigates through time to find a cure for a deadly plague. Along the way, he faces various challenges and encounters prophetic dreams that guide him in his quest.
In 14th-century France, during the devastating Black Death, a knight seeks revenge against his lord who killed his wife. As chaos and despair reign, the knight confronts the horrors of the plague while uncovering dark secrets, ultimately leading to a chilling climax.
In a town suffering from a rat infestation, a mysterious piper offers to rid the town of the pests in exchange for payment. When the town refuses to pay, the piper seeks revenge in a twisted and magical way.
In 14th-century Mongolia, a prince embarks on a perilous journey to cure his blindness. Along the way, he encounters the brutal Mongol Empire, facing battles, miracles, and treachery.
During the Napoleonic Wars, Horatio Hornblower faces a challenging examination for promotion in the Royal Navy. Along with the threat of war and the plague looming over his ship, Hornblower must demonstrate his heroism and leadership skills under intense pressure.
Xand van Tulleken, Raksha Dave and John Sergeant trace the spread of the Great Plague of 1665 week by week and discover parallels with the coronavirus.
Zombies: are they real? Every culture creates its own version of a zombie. There have been diseases in history that have mimicked behavior of a zombie virus. The plausibility is there. You would never be up against one zombie.you would be up against thousands or millions of zombies. How would you survive?
Maren, a young girl, is the sole survivor of the Black Death in her Norwegian village. Using instincts, folklore, luck, and the clairvoyant powers granted her by being born with a "Victory Cap," Maren survives on her own, waiting for other people to discover her plight.
Suddenly appearing in Florence, an evil seductress causes Cesare, the city's ruler, and his son to both fall madly in love with her. The son, killing his father before an order to torture the woman can be carried out, then turns the city's churches into dens of sexual debauchery. Acts of evil and corruption continue unabated until the arrival of Death, who brings with her a horrible plague which she is about to loose upon the city.