Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Augustus: The First Emperor List

  • Rome - A historical drama series that explores the turbulent times of ancient Rome and its key figures.
  • The Last Kingdom - Set in the historical context of Viking invasions and the formation of England, with political intrigue.
  • Vikings - A historical drama that portrays the legendary Norse hero Ragnar Lothbrok and the early Viking age.
  • Spartacus: Blood and Sand - A dramatized series about the life of Spartacus and the brutal world of gladiators in ancient Rome.
  • Barbarians - Focuses on the Roman Empire's battles with Germanic tribes, highlighting the power struggles of the time.
  • Troy: Fall of a City - A retelling of the Trojan War with historical characters and dramatic interpretations.
  • The Tudors - An exploration of the reign of Henry VIII and political maneuvering during his rule in England.
  • Medici: Masters of Florence - A series about the powerful Medici family and their influence during the Renaissance in Florence.
  • Knightfall - Follows the Knights Templar in the final days of their order during the medieval period.
  • Catherine the Great - Offers an inside look at the life and rule of one of the most powerful female monarchs in history.
  • The Borgias - Follows the infamous Borgia family during the Italian Renaissance, highlighting their political intrigue.
  • Frontier - Set in the 18th century, it revolves around the power struggles in the North American fur trade.
  • Hannibal - Explores the mental and strategic battles of Hannibal during the Second Punic War.
  • Pillar of the Earth - A drama set in the Middle Ages, revolving around the building of a cathedral and its impact on the community.
  • The Spanish Princess - Focuses on the political marriage and the life of Catherine of Aragon during the Tudor period.
  • Gods of Egypt - A fantasy adventure set in ancient Egypt that portrays gods and their interactions with humans.
  • Game of Thrones - An epic series of power struggles, political intrigue, and battles set in a fictional medieval world.
  • Marco Polo - A drama based on the famous explorer's adventures in the Mongol Empire, highlighting cultural clashes.
  • The Witcher - A fantasy series with political intrigue and battles reminiscent of ancient folklore periods.
  • Outlander - Combines romance and history, following time travel to various historical periods, including mystical elements.
  • Knightfall - Delves into the secretive history of the Knights Templar and their endeavors during the Middle Ages.
  • The Fall of the Roman Empire - A historical epic that dramatizes the events leading to the decline of the Roman Empire.
  • Alexander - A biographical portrayal of Alexander the Great and his conquests, echoing themes of power and legacy.
  • The Last Emperor - A historical epic about the life of the last Emperor of China, showcasing political ramifications.
  • Centurion - A film focused on the Roman Empire's military campaigns, depicting the struggles of its soldiers.
  • The Eagle - Centers on a Roman soldier's quest to reclaim his father's lost honor in ancient Britain.
  • Pompeii - Depicts the tragic events surrounding the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the lives affected by it.
  • Borgia - A dramatic portrayal of the infamous Borgia family and their controversial impact on the Renaissance.
  • Chariots of the Gods - Explores ancient civilizations' mysteries and quests for power, akin to Augustus' themes.
  • Exodus: Gods and Kings - Tells the biblical story of Exodus with grand battles and themes of power and leadership.
  • 300 - A stylized retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae, highlighting bravery and political strife.
  • The Patriot - Set during the American Revolution, it showcases themes of leadership, warfare, and independence.
  • The Kings of Summer - Though more comedic, it features young men rebelling against societal norms, echoing themes of autonomy.
  • The Crucible - A historical drama centered on morality, power, and consequences during the Salem witch trials.
  • The French Revolution - Covers the historical events and figures during the revolutionary upheaval, mirroring Augustus' complex scenarios.
  • The Men Who Built America - Focuses on powerful figures in America's industrial age, showcasing strategies for dominance.
  • The Hollow Crown - A series that adapts Shakespeare's historical plays, featuring power struggles in England.
  • The Other Boleyn Girl - Depicts the intrigues surrounding Anne Boleyn and her sister, showcasing power struggles in the Tudor court.
  • The Crucible - A parable about the dangers of isolationism and paranoia, set in a historical context filled with political undertones.
  • The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die - Continuation of the series that dives deeper into the historical context of England's unification.

Last updated: 2024-10-05 22:33:23

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Rome
Rome
60 min
SS 2 EP 22
2005 United Kingdom 187921 8.7 Serie Canceled TV-MA
2
The Last Kingdom
The Last Kingdom
60 min
SS 5 EP 46
2015 United Kingdom 169712 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
3
Vikings
Vikings
44 min
SS 6 EP 89
2013 Canada 593467 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
4
Barbarians
Barbarians
45 min
SS 2 EP 12
2020 Germany 30750 7.2 Serie Canceled TV-MA
5
Troy: Fall of a City
Troy: Fall of a City
56 min
SS 1 EP 8
2018 South Africa 15595 4.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
6
The Tudors
The Tudors
55 min
SS 4 EP 38
2007 United Kingdom 82098 8.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
7
Medici: Masters of Florence
Medici: Masters of Florence
55 min
SS 3 EP 24
2016 France 22625 7.8 Serie Ended TV-14
8
Knightfall
Knightfall
45 min
SS 2 EP 18
2017 Czech Republic 22307 6.8 Serie Canceled TV-14
9
Catherine the Great
Catherine the Great
60 min
SS 1 EP 4
2019 United Kingdom 6587 6.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
10
The Borgias
The Borgias
50 min
SS 3 EP 29
2011 Canada 54283 7.9 Serie Canceled TV-MA
11
Frontier
Frontier
45 min
SS 3 EP 18
2016 Canada 24485 7.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
12
Hannibal
Hannibal
43 min
SS 3 EP 39
2013 United States of America 280351 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
13
The Spanish Princess
The Spanish Princess
55 min
SS 2 EP 16
2019 United Kingdom 11010 6.9 Serie Ended TV-MA
14
Gods of Egypt
Gods of Egypt
127 min
2016 Australia 127331 5.4 Movie Released PG-13
15
Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones
80 min
SS 8 EP 73
2011 United Kingdom 2329040 9.2 Serie Ended TV-MA
16
Marco Polo
Marco Polo
60 min
SS 2 EP 20
2014 United States of America 79601 8 Serie Canceled TV-MA
17
The Witcher
The Witcher
66 min
SS 3 EP 24
2019 Poland 578389 8 Serie Returning Series TV-MA
18
Outlander
Outlander
58 min
SS 7 EP 91
2014 United Kingdom 181842 8.4 Serie Returning Series TV-MA
19 1964 United States of America 10291 6.7 Movie Released NR
20
Alexander
Alexander
175 min
2004 France 177553 5.6 Movie Released R
21 1987 China 112568 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
22
Centurion
Centurion
97 min
2010 France 86861 6.3 Movie Released
23
The Eagle
The Eagle
114 min
2011 United States of America 74701 6.2 Movie Released PG-13
24
Pompeii
Pompeii
105 min
2014 Canada 117561 5.5 Movie Released PG-13
25
Borgia
Borgia
52 min
SS 3 EP 38
2011 France 7291 7.7 Serie Ended TV-MA
26 1970 Germany 1765 6.2 Movie Released
27 2014 Spain 180469 6 Movie Released PG-13
28
300
300
116 min
2007 Bulgaria 871763 7.6 Movie Released
29
The Patriot
The Patriot
165 min
2000 Germany 296708 7.2 Movie Released R
30 2013 United States of America 84821 7.1 Movie Released R
31
The Crucible
The Crucible
124 min
1996 United States of America 40481 6.8 Movie Released PG-13
32 1989 United Kingdom 1895 7.6 Movie Released
33
The Men Who Built America
The Men Who Built America
120 min
SS 1 EP 4
2012 United States of America 4678 8.5 Serie Ended TV-PG
34
The Hollow Crown
The Hollow Crown
128 min
SS 2 EP 7
2012 United States of America 7407 8.2 Serie Ended
35 2008 United Kingdom 120827 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
36 2023 United Kingdom 37476 6.9 Movie Released R
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