Ben je fan van 'The Luminaries' (2020) en op zoek naar vergelijkbare series of films? Dit mysterieuze drama, gebaseerd op het boek van Eleanor Catton, boeit met zijn historische setting en intrigerende plot. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde sfeer, thema's of verhaallijnen hebben, perfect voor wie meer wil van dit genre.

Carnival Row (2019)
Beschreibung: A fantasy-noir series blending Victorian aesthetics with mythical creatures, delving into themes of immigration, class struggle, and forbidden love.
Fakt: The series was in development for nearly a decade before its release, with the original script dating back to


Ripper Street (2012)
Beschreibung: A crime drama set in the aftermath of the Jack the Ripper murders, focusing on the detectives of H Division in Whitechapel.
Fakt: The series was initially canceled after two seasons but was revived due to strong fan support and a deal with Amazon Prime.


Peaky Blinders (2013)
Beschreibung: A stylish and intense historical crime drama set in post-WWI England, featuring complex characters and a brooding, atmospheric narrative.
Fakt: The show's title refers to the real-life urban youth gang in Birmingham, known for sewing razor blades into the peaks of their caps.


Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell (2015)
Beschreibung: A magical realism series set in an alternate 19th-century England, where two magicians bring magic back into the world.
Fakt: Adapted from Susanna Clarke's acclaimed novel, the series features intricate world-building and a unique blend of history and fantasy.


Penny Dreadful (2014)
Beschreibung: A gothic horror drama weaving together classic literary characters in a dark, supernatural version of Victorian London.
Fakt: The title refers to the cheap 19th-century British fiction publications that featured sensational stories, often with horror elements.


The Terror (2018)
Beschreibung: A chilling historical horror drama based on real events, blending survival thriller elements with supernatural horror in an Arctic setting.
Fakt: The show's first season is inspired by the doomed Franklin Expedition of 1845, where two ships vanished while searching for the Northwest Passage.


Outlander (2014)
Beschreibung: A sweeping historical romance with time-travel elements, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Scotland and its political turmoil.
Fakt: The series is based on Diana Gabaldon's book series, which combines meticulous historical research with elements of fantasy and adventure.


Taboo (2017)
Beschreibung: A gritty historical drama with supernatural undertones, exploring themes of revenge, power, and mystery in a richly detailed 19th-century setting.
Fakt: Tom Hardy co-created the series and plays the enigmatic protagonist, James Delaney, who returns from Africa with a dark past.


The Alienist (2018)
Beschreibung: A dark, atmospheric period drama set in the late 19th century, focusing on psychological depth and crime investigation with a gothic tone.
Fakt: Based on the novel by Caleb Carr, the series meticulously recreates 1896 New York City with stunning set designs and costumes.


The Spanish Princess (2019)
Beschreibung: A lavish historical drama focusing on the life of Catherine of Aragon, with strong female leads and intricate political machinations.
Fakt: Part of the 'Philippa Gregory's The Cousins' War' series, it follows the earlier shows 'The White Queen' and 'The White Princess.'
