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Messengers of war: Tyler Perry's historical drama on Netflix starring Kerry Washington

Messengers of War, Tyler Perry's drama starring Kerry Washington, tells the heroic story of the only female African-American battalion in World War II, available on Netflix from December 20, 2024.

The Piano Lesson: a poignant family drama directed by Malcolm Washington on Netflix

The Piano Lesson, directed by Malcolm Washington and starring Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington, tells the story of a family struggle over an inheritance symbolized by a piano, available on Netflix on November 22, 2024.

JOY: the shocking story of the birth of the first test-tube baby on Netflix

JOY, a historical drama directed by Ben Taylor, starring Thomasin McKenzie, Bill Nighy and James Norton, revisits the birth of Louise Brown, the first test-tube baby, on Netflix on November 22, 2024.

Lidia fait sa loi: Matilda De Angelis returns for season 2 on Netflix

Season 2 of Lidia fait sa loi arrives on Netflix on October 30, 2024. This historical drama, starring Matilda De Angelis, follows Lidia Poët, Italy's first female lawyer, as she investigates murders while fighting for recognition of her right to practice her profession.

Merteuil: Jessica Palud's new series starring Anamaria Vartolomei and Diane Kruger

The Merteuil series, based on the novel Les Liaisons dangereuses, began shooting in Normandy on September 4, 2024. Directed by Jessica Palud, the prestigious cast includes Anamaria Vartolomei, Diane Kruger, Vincent Lacoste and Lucas Bravo.

Operation Banco Central: historical thriller about the attempted coup in Spain on Netflix

Operation Banco Central, a Spanish historical thriller, recounts the 1981 robbery of Barcelona's Central Bank, an event involving coup d'état and hostage-taking. Available on Netflix from November 8, 2024.

Uprising of Kim Sang-man: a Korean historical drama on Netflix starring Gang Dong-won

Uprising, Kim Sang-man's historical drama and thriller starring Gang Dong-won and Park Jeong-min, delves into the conflict between two former friends turned enemies. Available on Netflix on October 11, 2024.

À sa place - Maite Alberdi's drama inspired by true events to be discovered on Netflix

In Her Place, a crime drama directed by Maite Alberdi, tells the true story of María Carolina Geel and her tragic murder in 1955, captivating a young legal assistant. Available on Netflix from October 11, 2024.

Ni Chaînes ni Maîtres by Simon Moutaïrou, starring Camille Cottin: Our opinion and the trailer

Director Simon Moutaïrou's first film, Ni Chaînes ni Maîtres, hits cinemas on September 18, 2024. A historical drama about slaves' quest for freedom in the 18th century, starring Camille Cottin, Benoit Magimel and Ibrahima Mbaye Tchie. See our review and the trailer.

His three daughters: Heartbreaking family drama with Natasha Lyonne and Elizabeth Olsen on Netflix

His Three Daughters, directed by Azazel Jacobs, explores the complex relationships between three sisters reunited around their dying father in a moving in camera film. Available on Netflix from September 20, 2024.

Imitation Game - Benedict Cumberbatch plays cryptological genius Alan Turing on Max: our opinion

The film Imitation Game, directed by Morten Tyldum and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley and Matthew Goode, tells the fascinating story of mathematician Alan Turing and his crucial role in the Second World War. Available on Max from September 3, 2024, this dramatic biopic sheds light on the attempt to decrypt the Enigma machine, a decisive turning point for the Allies.

Midnight at the Pera Palace: Back to the past with season 2 on Netflix

Midnight at the Pera Palace returns for a Season 2, available on Netflix from September 12, 2024. Between time travel and family quests, Esra plunges once again into the mysteries of the 1940s.

The Queen of Villains: series about Japanese women's wrestling legend Dump Matsumoto on Netflix

The Queen of Villains, a new Japanese drama series, arrives on Netflix on September 19, 2024. It delves into the little-known story of Dump Matsumoto, a professional wrestler who revolutionized women's wrestling in 1980s Japan.

Blitz - Steve McQueen's poignant historical drama starring Saoirse Ronan on Apple TV+.

Blitz, directed by Steve McQueen, follows the adventures of a young boy determined to find his mother in the midst of World War II. Available on Apple TV+ from November 22, 2024.

Lee Miller: Kate Winslet in a biopic about the famous war photographer - trailer

Lee Miller, Ellen Kuras' biographical drama starring Kate Winslet, follows the daring journey of an ex-model turned war photographer, in theaters October 9, 2024.

Fellow Travelers on Paramount+: A historical romance with Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey

Fellow Travelers, a romantic drama series created by Ron Nyswaner and starring Matt Bomer, Jonathan Bailey, Jelani Alladin and Linus Roache, arrives on Paramount+ on July 28, 2024. All episodes will be available from launch, offering full immersion in this complex and historic love story.

Gladiator II: Ridley Scott returns with Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington - Trailer

Gladiator 2, Ridley Scott's new film starring Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington, in cinemas November 13, 2024. A Roman epic not to be missed.

My Lady Jane: the series that rewrites the history of British royalty on Prime Video, our review

My Lady Jane, a fantasy series combining history and romance, reinvents the story of Lady Jane Grey on Prime Video from June 27, 2024.

Those About To Die, Roland Emmerich's epic new series with Anthony Hopkins on Prime Video

Those About To Die, Roland Emmerich's historical drama series starring Sir Anthony Hopkins, delves into the world of gladiators and chariot races in ancient Rome, available on Prime Video from July 19, 2024.

Pachinko: the epic story of a family of Korean immigrants returns for a 2nd season on Apple TV+.

Pachinko, the epic drama created by Soo Hugh starring Yuh-Jung Youn and Jin Ha, returns for a second season on Apple TV+ on August 23, 2024.