Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Decameron List

• The Canterbury Tales - Like The Decameron, this film adapts stories from a classic literary work filled with dark humor and social commentary.
• Fifty Shades of Grey - A modern exploration of desire and relationships, paralleling some of the themes in The Decameron.
• The Pillow Book - Incorporates erotic and sensual themes in a visually rich narrative akin to The Decameron.
• Romeo + Juliet - A modern adaptation of a classic love story with themes of passion and tragedy, reminiscent of the tales in The Decameron.
• Amour - Explores love and mortality, capturing raw human emotions similar to the more serious stories in The Decameron.
• The Dreamers - Involves complex relationships and sensuality set against a backdrop of historical context, akin to the narratives of The Decameron.
• 9 Songs - An unconventional love story that focuses on physical intimacy and life experiences, much like some tales in The Decameron.
• Shortbus - Explores the intersections of love, sex, and relationships in a unique narrative format, akin to The Decameron's storytelling style.
• The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover - Features themes of love, betrayal, and social class, resonating with some of the darker narratives in The Decameron.
• Tale of Tales - An anthology of fantastical tales that merges dark themes with human desires, much like the structure of The Decameron.
• Y Tu Mamá También - A coming-of-age road trip infused with sexual exploration and complex relationships, resonates with themes in The Decameron.
• Wild Tales - An anthology film that presents various stories of revenge and human nature, similar to the narrative style of The Decameron.
• A Clockwork Orange - Explores dark themes of human behavior and societal structures, echoing the social commentary found in The Decameron.
• The Secret Diary of a Call Girl - Focuses on the life of a high-end escort, intertwining stories of love and lust in a modern setting akin to The Decameron.
• The Handmaiden - Combines intricate storytelling and a blend of romance and intrigue, much like the tales found in The Decameron.
• Love - Explores a raw and realistic depiction of love and relationships, echoing some narratives of passion in The Decameron.
• Blue Is the Warmest Color - A coming-of-age love story highlighting intimacy and emotional depth, similar to themes in The Decameron.
• In the Realm of the Senses - An explicit portrayal of desire and personal relationships, which aligns with the sensual narratives found in The Decameron.
• Nymphomaniac - Explores extreme sexual experiences and relationships, resonating with the theme of erotic exploration in The Decameron.
• Life of Pi - A narrative about survival and human connection, exploring themes of faith and belief, similar to the deeper tales of The Decameron.
• The Favourite - Blends humor, rivalry, and dark themes in a historical context, much like some narratives in The Decameron.
• The Lobster - A unique take on love and relationships in a dystopian context, resonating with The Decameron's unconventional storytelling.
• The Last Temptation of Christ - Explores complex themes of desire and faith, intertwined in narratives common in The Decameron.
• Shame - Examines the complexities of relationships and sexual desire, paralleling certain themes in The Decameron.
• Cléo from 5 to 7 - Captures existential musings on life and love in a real-time narrative, resonant with the philosophical tones of The Decameron.
• The Shape of Water - A fantastical love story that challenges societal norms, similar to the unconventional tales in The Decameron.
• The Great Beauty - Explores themes of beauty and existential contemplation in the context of Italian culture, echoing the essence of The Decameron.
• Carnival of Souls - A cult film that explores themes of longing and isolation amidst surreal storytelling, akin to parts of The Decameron.
• Midnight in Paris - Combines a love for art, literature, and romance, evoking the same cultural appreciation found in The Decameron.
• Antichrist - Explores themes of grief and sexuality within a dark narrative, similar to the provocative tales in The Decameron.
• 757: A Love Story - A unique narrative intertwining love and unexpected connections, reflecting The Decameron's storytelling approach.
• Secretary - Explores a unique romantic relationship that challenges societal norms of sexuality, reminiscent of The Decameron's themes.
• Don Juan DeMarco - Explores themes of fantasy and love through a charming narrative, akin to some romantic tales in The Decameron.
• Dogville - A narrative exploring societal issues through a unique storytelling format, similar to the moral lessons in The Decameron.
• The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - Focuses on individuality, love, and acceptance through a vibrant narrative, resonating with The Decameron's themes.
• A River Runs Through It - Explores themes of family, nature, and spirituality, akin to the reflective narratives found in The Decameron.
• Ex Machina - Explores themes of desire and the morality of creation, paralleling the philosophical undercurrents of The Decameron.

Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Cadfael List

• Midsomer Murders - Follows a detective solving murders in a quaint English village.
• The Name of the Rose - A historical mystery set in an Italian monastery featuring a monk sleuth.
• The Canterbury Tales - A period drama that explores varied stories including mystery and crime.
• Brother Cadfael - The original adaptation of the Cadfael mysteries featuring the same character.
• Agatha Christie's Poirot - Features a detective solving intricate murder mysteries similar to Cadfael's investigations.
• Cadfael: The Devil's Novice - Follows the monk detective as he unravels more historical mysteries.
• Cadfael: The Leper of St. Giles - Another adaptation in the same Cadfael series, focusing on medieval justice.
• Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries - Features a strong female detective solving crimes in 1920s Australia.
• The Spanish Princess - Period drama with historical storytelling elements and intrigue.
• The Last Kingdom - Historical drama set in medieval England with political intrigue.
• Vikings - A historical series involving intrigue, individual stories of conflict and resolution.
• Pillars of the Earth - A historical drama set in medieval England focusing on building a cathedral amid political strife.
• Luther - A detective series with a strong lead character solving crimes, akin to Cadfael’s sleuthing.
• Salem - Fictionalized history with elements of mystery and drama in a historical setting.
• The Bletchley Circle - A group of women outsmarting criminals post-WWII utilizing their skills.
• The Hollow Crown - Adaptations of Shakespearean history plays that explore power and intrigue.
• The Witcher - Fantasy series with a focus on lore, mystery, and moral dilemmas in a medieval-like world.
• Outlander - Historical drama involving time travel and deep character relationships set in different eras.
• The Tudors - A drama following the reign of Henry VIII with political intrigue and romance.
• Penny Dreadful - Gothic horror with a blend of classic literature and mystery in a historical setting.
• Ripper Street - A police drama set in Victorian London dealing with crime and mystery.
• The Pillars of the Earth - Similar historical storytelling focusing on power struggles and individual stories.
• The Forsyte Saga - A family drama that explores societal changes and personal dilemmas in Edwardian England.
• The Mystic Knights of Tir Na Nog - Fantasy series set in a mythical version of medieval Europe with adventure and lore.
• Wolf Hall - A historical drama based on the relationship between Thomas Cromwell and Henry VIII.
• Murder in Paradise - Detective series set in the Caribbean with lighthearted yet intriguing mysteries.
• The Mentalist - A crime drama series featuring a former psychic medium solving crimes.
• Sherlock - Modern take on the classic detective story, intertwining character depth with mysteries.
• Columbo - Classic detective series featuring an unconventional investigator solving crimes.
• Grantchester - Set in 1950s England, this series combines crime solving with personal stories.
• Bosch - Modern detective series based on Michael Connelly's novels with intricate storytelling.
• The Enfield Haunting - Combines supernatural elements with a historical mystery narrative.
• The French Connection - A gritty detective story highlighting crime and law enforcement puzzle solving.
• Broadchurch - A crime drama series focused on the investigation of a young boy's murder in a close-knit community.
• The Sittaford Mystery - An adaptation of Agatha Christie’s work with a classic whodunit setup in a snowy setting.
• Peaky Blinders - Historical drama with crime elements, set in post-WWI England.
• Detective Anna - Follows a female detective with a unique perspective solving crimes.
• The Secret of Crickley Hall - Combines history with elements of mystery and supernatural intrigue.
• A Touch of Frost - A detective film series that brings humor and intrigue to crime solving.
• Endeavour - Prequel to the Inspector Morse series, focusing on a young detective in the 1960s.
• Father Brown - A Catholic priest turns detective in this charming mystery series.
• The Last Detective - A detective series with a comedic touch, exploring various mysteries.
• Killing Eve - Intriguing cat-and-mouse dynamic between a detective and an assassin.