Dallas is a drama/soap TV show set in the 1970s that follows the wealthy Ewing family and their oil empire in Dallas, Texas. The show explores the power struggles, betrayals, and family feuds within the Ewing family, with a particular focus on the intense rivalry between J.R. Ewing and his brothers Bobby and J.R.'s wife, Sue Ellen. The story delves into themes of wealth, power, love, and loyalty, set against the backdrop of the booming oil industry in Texas.
The TV show Poldark, set in 18th-century rural England, tells the story of a man named Ross Poldark who returns from the American War of Independence to find his life radically changed. He must navigate the challenges of love, family, and society in this historical drama filled with romance and intrigue.
Zhou Ying is sold to the powerful Shen family by her foster father, yet successfully escapes by sneaking into merchant Wu Ping’s palanquin. The Wu family agreed to take her in after witnessing her remarkable business acumen, and she ends up marrying Wu Ping. The drama will chronicle the life of the Qing Dynasty's richest female merchant, and her struggles to keep the Wu family business afloat during the last years of the Qing Dynasty. Shen Xingyi is a happy-go-lucky young sir who has never known hardship in his life. After meeting Zhou Ying, he eventually decides to change his ways and becomes a mature noble who is willing to protect his country and family from disaster. He has a seemingly unrequited love for Zhou Ying.
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.
Isabel is a TV show that tells the story of Queen Isabella I of Castile, exploring her rise to power, her struggles as a female ruler in a patriarchal society, and her role in shaping Spanish history. The show delves into court intrigue, political alliances, and the conflicts Isabella faced with the Inquisition, among other historical events. It presents a gripping narrative of her life, achievements, and personal relationships.
This drama charts the life of Kim Soo Ro, legendary founder of Geumgwan Gaya, the ruling city-state of the Gaya confederacy, which dominated sea trade and iron working during the Three Kingdoms Period. Kim Soo Ro's fiery temperament, charisma and intelligence are his only defense in the extended political struggle, with competition for the throne from his half-brother and lifelong rival, Ijinashi, his former friend Suk Tal Hae, and the dangerous ambitions of Shin Kwi Gan.
The Forsyte Saga follows the lives of an upper-middle-class family in London, focusing on their complicated relationships, love affairs, and struggles with morality. Based on the novel by John Galsworthy, this period drama offers a mesmerizing portrayal of a family torn apart by adultery and ambition.
The Winds of War is an epic family saga that follows the lives of various characters during World War II. It explores the personal and political struggles they face, as well as their relationships and experiences during this tumultuous period in history. The story is set in various locations, including Japan, London, and Berlin, and features an ensemble cast. The series delves into themes such as love, war, betrayal, and the human spirit.
The Forsyte Saga (2002) is a British historical drama set in the Edwardian era. It tells the story of an upper-middle-class family and their struggles with wealth, social issues, and family feuds. The plot revolves around a pathologically jealous husband, a tragic romance, and a forbidden love affair. The series explores themes of male heir, social discrimination, and female subjugation in a patriarchal society. It also delves into the effects of the Boer War and the generation gap. With its costume-drama setting, the show takes place in London, England and features three generational family dynamics spanning from the 1870s to the 1920s.
The Restaurant is set in post-World War II Stockholm, Sweden, and follows the story of a family-owned restaurant. It explores themes of family dynamics, love, passion, and the struggles faced by the family in a changing society. The show delves into class differences, sexism, and anti-Semitism prevalent during that era. It also touches upon the relationships between family members and the challenges they face in their personal and professional lives.
A story about the life of Maximiliane Irene von Quindt based on a classic novel by Christine Bruckner .
The Thorn Birds is a TV mini-series set in Queensland, Australia in the 1920s and 1960s. It tells the story of a forbidden love affair between a Catholic priest and a woman, and explores themes of generational family sagas, literature, and the Catholic Church.
Centennial is a sweeping historical drama that follows the journey of a Colorado town from its early days in the 1700s to its development and growth. The story explores the lives of various characters, including fur traders, Native Americans, and settlers, as they navigate the challenges of the wilderness, the conflicts between different cultures, and the building of a new community. The miniseries delves into themes of love, adventure, friendship, and the struggle for survival in the untamed West.
This miniseries chronicles the life of Benito Mussolini, from his early days as a journalist to his rise as the dictator of fascist Italy. It explores his relationships, both personal and political, and the impact he had on Italy and the world.
A biographic flashback of an extended Peranakan family in Malacca; set in the 1930s, the story spans over 70 years and several generations of three families.
The saga of the Winny family through 100 years. The action begins on the eve of World War I in 1914 and ends in modern times.
Quiet Flows the Don is a TV show that tells the story of a family living in the Cossack village during the Russian Revolution and World War I. It showcases the challenges they face amidst the backdrop of political unrest, warfare, and the transformation of their country.
An extended family and four young people are drawn into the world of ska and two-tone music, which exploded from the grass roots of Coventry and Birmingham in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, uniting black, white and Asian youths.