Movies and TvShows featuring "boyar" theme.

Ivan the Terrible, Part I is a biographical drama that depicts the rise of Ivan the Terrible to power and his struggle to maintain control over Russia in the 16th century. The movie explores themes of power, betrayal, and the lengths people will go to gain and keep power. It showcases the brutality of the time period and Ivan's ruthless tactics to maintain his position as the Tsar of Russia.

Ivan the Terrible, Part II: The Boyars' Plot follows the life of Ivan the Terrible as he faces a conspiracy by the boyars to overthrow him. The film explores themes of power, brutality, and political intrigue in 16th century Russia.

Aferim! este o poveste dramatică și comică în care căpitanul Costandin și fiul său, licuriciul, se întorc în Țara Românească în anul 1835. Călătoria lor este plină de aventuri, iar scopul lor este să găsească un țigan care a fugit cu mult timp în urmă de la un boier și care se crede că l-a sedus și răpit pe fiul său.

When three heroes find themselves in a new land, they must use their wit and courage to overcome various challenges and find a way back home.

The figure of Emperor Peter the Great, as well as the era of his formation and reign, still excites the minds of people all over the world. The creators answer the questions of how to take the throne when you are the fourteenth child in the family; how to win access to the sea when there is no professional army and navy in the country; how to bring a country that no one considered before into world leaders in a few decades, and many others.

In 1240, during the reign of Alexander Nevsky, a fierce battle takes place near the Neva River, as the Russian forces defend their land against the invading Livonian Order. The film follows the heroic efforts of Alexander and his army to protect their homeland and secure victory.

Yaroslav. A Thousand Years Ago is a gripping historical drama that takes place in the 11th century. It follows the story of Yaroslav, a boyar, as he navigates the complex political landscape and battles for power in ancient Russia. Filled with action, intrigue, and personal struggles, this movie offers a unique glimpse into a forgotten era.

A possible impostor torments a newly crowned medieval czar who may have ordered the real successor's death.

In 1462 the Ottoman Turks displeased with Wallachian Prince Vlad the Impaler plot to overthrow and replace him with puppet ruler Prince Radu the Handsome.

In the 15th century, Stephen the Great of Wallachia faces the Ottoman Empire in an epic battle that will determine the fate of his kingdom and the region. With bravery and strategic prowess, Stephen leads his army to victory, defending his land and people from devastation.

Ivan, first tsar of Russia. History will remember him as "the Terrible. Russian people love him for centuries. He liberates Russia from foreign oppressors, demands absolute obedience and loyalty in order to radically modernise Russia? Ivan IV, Grand Duke of Moscow, first Tsar of Russia by the grace of God. A madman? A sadist?

Cantemir (1973) is a biographical drama set in 17th and 18th century Constantinople and Russia. It follows the life of Prince Dimitrie Cantemir and his struggles with politics, intrigue, and war. As a historian and philosopher, Cantemir's extraordinary journey involves the stolen manuscript, battles, and his encounters with Ottoman Empire and Russian czars.

In 1848 during the tumultuous era of European revolutions shaking the continent out of its feudal-based empire-based system the Wallachian politician Nicolae Balcescu is trying to reach the same revolutionary goals at home.

Boris Godunov is a historical drama that tells the story of Boris Godunov, a Russian czar who rises to power and faces the challenges of ruling the country. As the boyar and leader of the nation, Boris navigates the complex politics and intrigue of Russian politics. Through his actions and decisions, he leaves a lasting impact on the country. The movie portrays the rise and fall of this influential figure in Russian history.

In 19th century Wallachia war-bands of Ottoman Turks from across the Danube river raid Wallachia with impunity while Wallachia's Phanariote rulers don't oppose them.

A dramatization of a wedding in 16th-century Russia, between members of two prominent boyar families (based on paintings by Konstantin Makovskii): Three matchmakers first visit the family of the prospective bride, and then do the same with the prospective bridegroom's family. Later, as the time of the wedding draws near, the bride is dressed with great formality and prepared for the ceremony, as the guests get ready to celebrate the upcoming wedding.