Movies and TvShows featuring "death-of-a-king" theme.

After King Edward's death, Uhtred of Bebbanburg ventures to unite England in a fractured kingdom, facing treachery, battles, and the prophecy of 'seven kings must die'. Uhtred must navigate Viking invasions, betrayal, and the struggle for power while striving to fulfill his mission.

The Vikings is an epic movie set in 8th-century Scandinavia, following the story of a viking prince and his quest for power. Filled with action, adventure, and betrayal, the movie explores the world of the vikings and their conquests. With stunning visuals and a gripping plot, The Vikings is a must-watch for fans of historical action films.

The Great Seer is a 2012 South Korean historical television series, starring Ji Sung, Ji Jin-hee, Song Chang-eui, Kim So-yeon and Lee Yoon-ji. Set during the turbulent decline of Goryeo, it is about practicers of divination and the power that they hold over the fate of the country. It aired on SBS from October 10, 2012 to February 7, 2013 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 35 episodes.

Hal, the wayward prince and heir to the English throne, is crowned King Henry V after his tyrannical father dies. He must now navigate palace politics, the war his father left behind, and the emotional strings of his past life. As he strives for peace and conciliation, he faces challenges from his adversaries and is faced with the decision to go to war with France. With the help of his friend and military strategist, Falstaff, Hal leads his army to victory at the Battle of Agincourt. Along the way, he uncovers a plot to goad him into war and takes matters into his own hands.

Gawain, a knight, accepts a challenge from the mysterious Green Knight and beheads him. Gawain embarks on a year-long journey to fulfill his end of the bargain, facing various trials and temptations along the way. In the end, Gawain sacrifices his honor and meets his fate.

The TV show is about the Godunov family, which covers the period from the reign of Ivan the Terrible to the accession of Mikhail Romanov to the throne.

In 'The Lovers,' two people find themselves caught in a web of deceit and betrayal when they discover a stolen ring that has the power to alter time. As their lives intertwine, they must navigate through a nonlinear timeline while facing the consequences of their actions. With romance and adventure at its core, this movie takes viewers on an epic journey filled with suspense and eternal love.

The Story of Vickie is a romantic biographical drama set in 19th century England. The film follows the life of Vickie, a 24-year-old man who becomes involved in court intrigue and finds himself in a whirlwind romance with the Queen of England. Based on true events, the story explores Vickie's journey as he navigates through arranged marriages, royal court politics, and the challenges of being in love with the Queen. With a touch of comedy and historical fiction, The Story of Vickie offers a captivating insight into the life of a young man caught in the midst of love and royalty.

Inspired by the legendary Princess Zaphira, this movie depicts her fight to defend her community from the pirate Barbarossa and protect her people from harm.

England, 11th century. William the Conqueror (ca. 1027-1087) wins the Battle of Hastings (1066), changing the shape of medieval Europe and the course of English history. An account of the life of the extraordinary Norman warrior who became king.

Directed by Thorold Dickinson.

This is a very early feature by Rolf Raffé concerning the supposedly "mad" King of Bavaria, Ludwig II, probably the first feature film concerning the life of that King. In the piece, which is for the most part a straightforwards historical biopic from the DW Griffith school of narrative filmmaking, Ludwig is portrayed as an Idealist who cannot fit into the world of his contemporaries.

Historian Thomas Penn reveals the secrets of founder of Britain’s great Tudor Dynasty - and his amazing trajectory to power. Two weeks after landing on the shores Wales in 1485 with a small band of mercenaries, Henry of Richmond defeats the notorious Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth. He is crowned Henry VII and then begins a career of realpolitik, a charming exterior making a savage ambition. The War of the Roses, his wife Elizabeth of York, and the beginning of the Renaissance are all part of this incredible history, as are Henry’s obsessions with money and astonishing spy network.

Blending drama with the explanations of passionate historians and specialists, this enriched historical reconstruction traces 60 years in the life a man who transformed the Middle Ages and laid the foundation of modern Europe, William The Conqueror.

A secret relationship between two Korean government employees is complicated by the difference in the men's ranks.