Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Ivan the Terrible, Part II: The Boyars' Plot List
- Andrei Rublev - Like 'Ivan the Terrible, Part II', it explores themes of power, art, and historical figures in Russia.
- The Battleship Potemkin - A classic of Soviet cinema with powerful imagery and political themes, much like Eisenstein's work.
- The Sacrifice - A Tarkovsky film that delves into existential themes and the human condition, reminiscent of Eisenstein's epic storytelling.
- Mother - A film dealing with revolutionary themes and personal sacrifice in a historical context, paralleling the tone of 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- The Mirror - Andrei Tarkovsky's semi-autobiographical film that explores memory and identity, echoing some of the lyrical qualities of Eisenstein's work.
- Alexander Nevsky - This film, directed by Eisenstein, shares themes of nationalism and historical struggle.
- The 12th Man - A survival story set against the backdrop of World War II, focusing on themes of bravery and resilience.
- Trotsky's Death - A historical drama reflecting the political turmoil in Russia, similar in its exploration of power struggles.
- Stalker - Another Tarkovsky masterpiece exploring philosophical and spiritual quests, resonating with the grandeur of Eisenstein.
- A Hostel in Paris - Explores themes of culture and conflict in a historical context, similar in tone to 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- Dersu Uzala - A film that addresses nature and humanity's struggle for coexistence, reflecting profound themes.
- Battles Without Honor and Humanity - This film involves conflict and moral ambiguity set in a historical backdrop, echoing themes from Eisenstein's work.
- The Last Emperor - A historical epic documenting the life of a significant political figure, paralleling the narrative scope of 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- The Queen's Gambit - While a modern series, it delves deeply into psychological struggles and political intrigue, akin to the complexities in 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- Peter the Great - A biographical miniseries about the life of another powerful Russian leader, fitting the themes of historical narrative.
- The Fall of the Romanov Dynasty - A documentary that explores Russia's royal history, aligning with 'Ivan the Terrible's' historical context.
- A Man for All Seasons - Explores the moral dilemmas faced by a historical figure, reflective of the themes presented in 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- Genghis Khan: The Story of a Lifetime - Another historical narrative about a powerful ruler, similar in its exploration of legacy and governance.
- The Godfather - Focuses on power, family, and betrayal within a historical context, similar to the dynamics explored in 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- The Death of Stalin - A dark comedy that examines political power struggles in a similar period of Russian history.
- The Lady of the Camelias - A tale of love and sacrifice set against a background of societal issues, echoing the emotional depth of Eisenstein's film.
- War and Peace - An epic film adaptation of Tolstoy's novel that also explores themes of power, relationships, and war.
- The Other Side of the Wind - Orson Welles’ unfinished film is ambitious and complex in style and narrative, paralleling the grandeur of Eisenstein.
- Nymphomaniac - A challenging narrative that delves into the complexities of human behavior and societal norms.
- The Passion of Joan of Arc - A historical drama examining the life of a powerful woman in a male-dominated society, stirring parallels to Ivan's narrative.
- The Hunt for Red October - Involves themes of leadership and power dynamics in a historical military context.
- Elizabeth - Explores the rise of a powerful female leader amidst political intrigue, resonating with the strong character arcs in Eisenstein's work.
- Game of Thrones - Features political intrigue, power struggles, and complex characters in a historical-fantasy setting.
- Vikings - Based on historical events, it explores themes of leadership and conflict, similar to 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- The Last Kingdom - A series that reflects the struggles of power and identity during historical conflicts in England.
- Marco Polo - A historical drama that delves into political intrigues and power dynamics in the 13th century.
- Rome - A dramatization of power struggles and societal issues in ancient Rome, drawing parallels to themes of governance in 'Ivan the Terrible'.
- Barry Lyndon - Exquisite visuals paired with telling a historical tale of power, wealth, and loss, resonating with the artistic style of Eisenstein.
- The Crown - A modern exploration of monarchy and power, dealing with historical events and personal drama.
- Catherine the Great - Focuses on the life of a significant historical figure in Russia, similar to the exploration of Ivan's reign.
- The Emigrants - Explores deep emotional and social themes set against a historical backdrop, reminiscent of Eisenstein's films.
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1966 | Soviet Union | Biography | 57540 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
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1986 | France | Drama | 31387 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
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2009 | South Korea | Crime | 72873 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
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1997 | Iran | Drama | 3177 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
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1938 | Soviet Union | Action | 12375 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
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2017 | Norway | Drama | 29597 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
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1979 | Soviet Union | Drama | 146368 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | NR |
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1975 | Japan | Adventure | 33906 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 | 1973 | Japan | Crime | 4372 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | ||
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1987 | China | Biography | 112568 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2020 | United States of America | Drama | 575311 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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1986 | Biography | 809 | 7.7 | Serie | Ended | ||
| 13 | 1927 | Soviet Union | Documentary | 352 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | ||
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1966 | United Kingdom | Biography | 37564 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | G |
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1972 | United States of America | Crime | 2040040 | 9.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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2017 | Belgium | Comedy | 115341 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
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1953 | Argentina | Drama | 30 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Drama | 27160 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
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2018 | France | Drama | 8125 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
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1928 | France | Biography | 61973 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | NR |
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1990 | United States of America | Action | 216978 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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1998 | United Kingdom | Biography | 105966 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
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2011 | United Kingdom | Action | 2329040 | 9.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2013 | Canada | Action | 593467 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2015 | United Kingdom | Action | 169712 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2014 | United States of America | Action | 79601 | 8 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 27 |
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2005 | United Kingdom | Action | 187921 | 8.7 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
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1975 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 185441 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Biography | 260567 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Biography | 6587 | 6.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
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1971 | Sweden | Drama | 7561 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG |
