Bridgerton and Other Best Historical Romance Shows to Binge Watch on Netflix

The audience seems to have a neverending apPetite for historical dramas — especially period movies and TV shows. This fascination for the bygone era has led to the success of several OTT hits such as the World War II film The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018), starring Lily James and Willaims Huisman, Victoria (2016-2019) featuring Jenna Coleman as the titular monarch, and The Crown (2016-2023) which have captivated such audiences over the years. Historical romance shows on Netflix pull in viewers further by adding a dose of passion.

Netflix has an extensive list of period romance series, both fictional and based on real-life people and events that will keep you hooked. From the epic Sanjay Leela Bhansali drama Heeramandi (2024) to the German series The Empress, every title is sure to transport you to an era about which you have only read in History books.

Not just Hindi or English-language ones, the OTT streamer offers a variety of Korean and Chinese period dramas as well, like The King’s Affection (2021) and The Double (2024). They have also garnered high IMDb ratings, wowing audiences and critics alike.

But what makes them such stellar binge-worthy shows? Besides power-packed performances and gripping storylines, the best historical romance shows contain accurate depictions of a different time via costumes and art design.

So take a break from modern times and dive into these essential period dramas on Netflix.

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