Movies and TvShows featuring "colonial-america" theme.

Outlander is a romantic fantasy TV show based on the novel of the same name. It follows the story of Claire Randall, a World War II nurse who travels back in time to the year 1743. In the past, she becomes embroiled in the Jacobite risings and falls in love with a Scottish warrior named Jamie Fraser. Together, they must navigate the political intrigues and dangers of the past while Claire tries to find a way back to her own time.

Jamestown is a period drama that takes place in colonial America, specifically in Jamestown, Virginia in the early 17th century. The story follows the lives of English colonists as they establish a settlement, face hardships, and encounter challenges in their new environment.

TURN: Washington's Spies is a drama TV show set during the American Revolution. It follows a group of spies who help George Washington in his fight for independence. The show explores the world of espionage, the challenges faced by the Continental Army, and the personal sacrifices made by the characters.

John Adams follows the life of the second President of the United States, John Adams, and his contributions to the American Revolution and the creation of a new nation. It explores his relationship with his wife, Abigail Adams, and his interactions with other influential figures of the time.

During the French and Indian War, three trappers protect the daughters of a British Colonel from an ambush by a Huron party. They must escort the daughters to their father at Fort William Henry, while the fort is under siege by the French. Along the way, they face various challenges and betrayals, leading to a final showdown with Magua, the Huron leader, and the realization that Chingachgook is the last of the Mohicans.

In December 1776, Benjamin Franklin is world-famous for his electrical experiments. But his passion and power are put to the test when he embarks on a secret mission to France—with the fate of American independence hanging in the balance.

Sons of Liberty is a TV show set in 18th-century colonial America, focusing on the rise of the Sons of Liberty and their involvement in the American Revolution. It follows the lives of key figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Quincy Adams, and Paul Revere, highlighting the tensions between the American colonies and the British Empire. The show explores themes of rebellion, patriotism, and the fight for independence.

Dramatic documentary about the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a loosely connected group of states to become a nation.

Saints & Strangers is a TV show set in colonial America during the 17th-century, specifically focusing on the events surrounding the establishment of Plymouth Colony and the first Thanksgiving. It provides a gripping and realistic portrayal of the struggles faced by the Mayflower Pilgrims as they navigate the challenges of their new American historical setting.

Set in colonial America during the Revolutionary War, a newlywed couple must navigate the challenges and dangers of the American frontier. They face native American attacks, British colonialism, and the hardships of war as they try to build a life together. Drums Along the Mohawk is a gripping drama that explores the struggles faced by early American settlers.

New Worlds is a TV mini-series that takes place in 1680s British America. It explores the clash between native Americans, Protestants, Catholics, and the aristocracy. The plot centers around treason, outlaws, and the struggles of different social classes.

In colonial America, a war veteran rises up against the British army and fights for independence, facing violence, betrayal, and personal sacrifice.

The adventures of Natty 'Hawkeye' Bumppo and his Indian companions, caught in a war between the French and English in upstate New York in 1757.

The Scarlet Letter is a 1979 miniseries based on the novel of the same name that aired on WGBH from March 3, 1979 to March 24, 1979. The series is four episodes long, 60 minutes each. Part 2 won the 1979 Emmy Award for Outstanding Video Tape Editing for a Limited Series or Special for film editors Ken Denisoff, Janet McFadden, and Tucker Wiard. In 1979, when most literary programs were being produced in the United Kingdom, Boston public television station WGBH decided to produce a homegrown literary classic of its own. The result is this epic version of Nathaniel Hawthorne's enduring novel of Puritan America in search of its soul. Hester Prynne overcomes the stigma of adultery to emerge as the first great heroine in American literature. Hawthorne's themes, the nature of sin, social hypocrisy, and community repression, still reverberate through American society. Meg Foster brings a quiet strength to the role of Hester, the adulteress condemned to wear a scarlet "A" for the rest of her life. As her partner in crime, the Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale, John Heard writhes in private torment most convincingly. Kevin Conway completes this grim triangle as the mysterious, maleficent Roger Chillingworth. The costumes and scenery are simple, so as not to detract from the dialogue as each character grapples with the meaning of sin, forgiveness, and redemption.

Unconquered is an epic film set in colonial America during the French and Indian War. It follows the story of a frontiersman and a British militia officer who must protect a group of settlers from a Native American tribe. Along the way, they face battles, treachery, and the horrors of war.

Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror is a documentary that delves into the fascinating history and enduring allure of the folk horror genre. It explores the origins of folk horror, its cultural and social significance, and its impact on cinema. From ancient rituals and pagan beliefs to modern interpretations of folklore, this documentary examines the themes and motifs that make folk horror such a captivating and enduring genre.

1776 is a musical drama that follows the story of the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Set in Philadelphia, the film portrays the debates and discussions among the members of the Continental Congress as they struggle to come to a consensus on declaring independence from Britain. The film explores the personalities and motivations of key figures such as John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, highlighting the challenges and conflicts they faced during this crucial period in American history.

In colonial America, a group of settlers encounters a haunted forest and must confront witchcraft, evil spirits, and the supernatural powers that lie within.

In the 1600s, in Salem, Massachusetts, a series of false accusations leads to public hysteria and the wrongful execution of innocent people accused of witchcraft.

In colonial-era South America, a magistrate named Don Diego de Zama is waiting for a letter from the King that will grant him a transfer to a better post. As time passes and the letter never arrives, Zama becomes increasingly desperate and must navigate the political and social dynamics of the outpost while dealing with his own loneliness and personal frustrations.