Movies and TvShows featuring "historical-event" theme.
In 1996, treasure hunter Brock Lovett and his team search the wreck of RMS Titanic for a rare diamond. They recover a drawing of a young woman, Rose Dawson Calvert, who tells of her experiences aboard the ship. In 1912, Rose, engaged to a wealthy man, meets Jack Dawson, a poor artist, and they develop a forbidden love. On the night of the ship's collision with an iceberg, Rose and Jack try to survive and escape Rose's fiance who accuses Jack of theft. The ship sinks, but Rose is saved while Jack dies. Years later, Rose drops the diamond into the sea and reunites with Jack's spirit.
In Oppenheimer, the film explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American scientist who played a pivotal role in developing the atomic bomb. The plot follows Oppenheimer's journey from his time as a young doctoral student to his appointment as the director of the Manhattan Project during World War II. The film delves into Oppenheimer's personal and political struggles, his encounters with influential scientists, and the moral dilemma he faced. Oppenheimer's story is told against the backdrop of the historical events and political climate of the time, highlighting the consequences of his groundbreaking work and the initiation of the nuclear arms race.
Dr. Michaela Quinn moves from Boston to the rugged Western frontier town of Colorado Springs in the 19th century. Despite the challenges and prejudices she faces as a female doctor, she is determined to practice medicine and help the people in her community.
After Bon accidentally intervenes in a Time Patrol case, he must join Agent Ream in saving innocent lives from the past — while watching history unfold.
In 14th-century France, knight Jean de Carrouges must settle a dispute over his wife Marguerite by challenging his former friend Jacques Le Gris to a duel to the death. Jean and Jacques swear fealty to Count Pierre d'Alençon, but tensions arise when Jacques receives a gift of land that Jean believes should be his. Jacques falls in love with Marguerite and rapes her, leading Jean to seek justice through a duel. The duel takes place, and Jean emerges victorious. However, he meets a tragic end in the Crusades. Marguerite continues managing his estate and lives in peace for the rest of her life.
American Dreams is a TV show set in Philadelphia during the 1960s. It follows the Pryor family as they navigate the social, political, and cultural changes of the time. The show explores themes of family, love, and the pursuit of the American dream.
Roman Empire is a docudrama series that chronicles the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. It delves into the lives and struggles of emperors like Commodus, Caligula, and Julius Caesar, highlighting their ambitions, violence, and eventual deaths.
"News Treasury" explores historical news events and rarely seen footage, allowing viewers to dig into the news archives. From Bruce Lee's funeral and the Baoshang Bank robbery to Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Hong Kong and the Sha Tin measles outbreak, viewers can relive important moments in history. The show offers a chance to revisit key events that shaped modern Hong Kong.
The Many Dream Journeys of Meme is a Japanese anime television show created by Nippon Animation. The show originally aired from 1983 to 1985 and was primarily educational. Episodes usually dealt with scientific discoveries and inventions, though there were also a few futuristic and science fiction stories and situations. The series has been translated into many languages, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, Hebrew, and Arabic and Serbo-Croatian.
The Great Queen Seondeok tells the story of Queen Seondeok, the first female ruler of the Silla Kingdom in ancient Korea. The series explores her journey as she struggles with power-struggles, political intrigue, and court politics, ultimately becoming a strong and influential leader.
Master explorer Dirk Pitt goes on the adventure of a lifetime of seeking out a lost Civil War battleship known as the 'Ship of Death' in the deserts of West Africa while helping a WHO doctor being hounded by a ruthless dictator. Dirk and his team must navigate through dangerous territory, evade assassins, and uncover the truth about a deadly plague that is spreading across Mali. Along the way, they discover clues that lead them to the ironclad ship and the source of the contamination. With the help of allies and against all odds, Dirk and his team must stop the dictator and save the day.
In the year 1963, a schoolteacher discovers a portal that allows him to travel back in time. With the goal of preventing the assassination of John F. Kennedy, he becomes entangled in a web of conspiracy and danger.
In the year 1980, the USS Nimitz, a modern nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, is mysteriously transported back in time to the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. As the crew grapples with this inexplicable situation, they must decide whether to intervene in history and possibly change the outcome of World War II. With tensions rising and time running out, the fate of the ship and its crew hangs in the balance.
In the kingdom of Goguryeo, a prince seeks revenge against those who cursed him and his family. Along his journey, he discovers his true destiny as he navigates through political schemes, epic battles, and tragic events.
Voyagers follows a group of children who discover a time machine and are tasked with fixing historical mistakes. They travel to various time periods, including the 1980s, and navigate alternate timelines and historical events. Along the way, they form a unique bond and explore themes of family, friendship, and the consequences of altering history.
A Man for All Seasons tells the story of Sir Thomas More, a nobleman and statesman in 16th century England who faces a moral dilemma when King Henry VIII seeks to obtain a divorce and break away from the Catholic Church. More struggles to navigate the dangerous political landscape and maintain his integrity while facing pressure to support the king's actions.
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.
After their plane crashes in the Andes Mountains, a group of survivors must come to terms with their dire situation and make difficult choices to stay alive. Facing freezing temperatures, lack of food and water, and the prospect of never being rescued, they are pushed to their limits and forced to confront their own mortality. Through courage, determination, and a will to survive, they find the strength to persevere in the face of unimaginable hardship.
In the year 1912, the luxurious Titanic sets sail on its maiden voyage. Rose, a young upper-class woman, falls in love with Jack, a working-class artist. Their forbidden romance unfolds as the massive ship collides with an iceberg, leading to a disastrous sinking that tests their love and will to survive.