Agatha Christie's Marple follows the adventures of Miss Marple, an older spinster with a knack for solving crimes. Set in the 1950s in a quaint English village, each episode features a murder that Miss Marple must unravel, using her wit and keen observation skills. With captivating whodunits, charming village life, and a delightful female protagonist, the series offers a cozy and engaging murder mystery experience.
Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Tóth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage to his wife Erzsébet after being forced apart during wartime by shifting borders and regimes. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent for building. But power and legacy come at a heavy cost.
In post-war Japan, a traumatized pilot must confront his survivor's guilt and join forces with a team to defeat Godzilla, a giant monster created by atomic bomb radiation. As they devise plans and engage in battles, they realize the true cost of war and the power of redemption.
In a nursing home, an elderly man reads a love story from his notebook to a woman with dementia. The story depicts the romance between Noah and Allie, who come from different social classes and face many obstacles. They are separated but ultimately find their way back to each other, only to be torn apart by Allie's dementia. In the end, they die peacefully in each other's arms.
Pillar of Fire focuses on the History of Zionism, beginning in 1896, in the wake of Theodor Herzl's revival of the concept of Jewish nationalism and continues to follow the Jewish People in the 20th century, the early stages of Zionism, followed by the waves of Aliyah prior to the founding of Israel, the Revival of the Hebrew language, the Ottoman Empire's rule in over the Land of Israel, the British Mandate, Anti-Semitism in Europe, the rise of Nazism and The Holocaust, the history of the Yishuv, the Jewish struggle for independence, and ends in 1948, with the Israeli Declaration of Independence.
In the post-World War II era, Hollywood's golden age is examined through the lens of racial tensions and the struggles of the LGBT community. The series follows a group of aspiring actors and filmmakers as they navigate the complexities of the film industry and confront homophobia and racism in their pursuit of success.
In Brooklyn 45, five military veterans reunite to support their troubled host. When a casual cocktail invitation turns into a spontaneous séance, the ghosts of their past come alive in a chilling and haunting manner.
Homefront is a TV show that takes place in a fictional city during World War II. It follows the lives of various characters and explores their personal struggles, relationships, and challenges on the homefront. The show delves into topics such as love, prejudice, racism, friendship, and class struggle, providing a nuanced portrayal of life during wartime. It also touches upon themes of family, sacrifice, and the impact of war on individuals and communities.
Set in post-war Germany, Line of Separation follows the lives of people living in a German village divided by the Berlin Wall. The story explores the challenges faced by the villagers as they navigate life in the midst of the Cold War and the iron curtain that separates them. It delves into the impact of the war, the division of Germany, and the struggles of daily life in a rural setting. The show also touches upon themes of collectivization, post-war reconstruction, and historical events that shaped the country.
Ratched is a psychological thriller TV show set in a psychiatric hospital in 1940s, following the story of Nurse Ratched. The show explores themes of mental illness, suspense, and mystery with a body horror twist.
In post-World War II Venice, retired detective Poirot attends a seance where a murder occurs. He must uncover the killer's identity in a palazzo filled with suspects.
A National Geographic magazine photographer, Robert Kincaid, arrives in Madison County, Iowa to photograph its famous covered bridges. While there, he meets Francesca Johnson, an Italian immigrant and farm wife. The two form a deep connection and embark on a passionate love affair that will forever change their lives.
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.
The story of Saeki Kentaro, who continues to fail the National Bar Examinations and lose sight of the goal of his life, and his old sister Keiko, who is a freelance writer looking up their grandfather Miyabe who died in the Pacific War as a Kamikaze pilot. Miyabe had an astute ability as a pilot of fighter planes, but he was extraordinarily afraid of death. His two grandchildren started wondering why he applied for the Kamikaze corps. Revealing Miyabe’s unexpected title of “genius yet coward”, they unveil a surprising fact which has been sealed for over 60 years.
Based on a novel, this TV mini-series follows a former soldier who goes undercover to infiltrate a criminal gang in post-World War II Moscow. The story revolves around organized crime, robbery, homicide, and the suspenseful police investigation that ensues.
Shadowplay is a gripping TV show set in 1946 Berlin, where an American cop investigates a murder in the aftermath of World War II. The city is in ruins, and tensions run high as the police protagonist delves deep into the dark secrets of post-war Germany.
Liquidation takes place in the aftermath of World War Two in Odessa, Ukraine. It follows the story of a group of characters dealing with the challenges and criminality that arise in the city. The show explores the post-war reality, including the crime spree and the historical setting of Odessa in the 1940s.
Pulp novelist Holly Martins arrives in postwar Vienna to find his friend Harry Lime dead. As he investigates the circumstances of Harry's death, Holly discovers a criminal underworld and a conspiracy that involves betrayal and deception.
Within the shadows of Japan, a covert battle wages on. Around 200,000 ninjas still exist carrying out deadly missions as a secret organization, National Intelligence of NINJA, or NIN. But a challenger arises: UNDER NINJA. Known as UN, these ninjas oppose NIN at every turn. One such UN is Kuro, a high school loner sent to the front lines. What will be his fate and which faction will prevail?
Set in post-World War II, The Survivor tells the story of a Polish-Jew concentration camp survivor who overcomes trauma and illiteracy to become a successful boxer. With the support of his brother and a journalist, he enters the boxing world to find redemption and face his demons.