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Poll: History Through TV Dramas

While most of these series are not entirely grounded in fact, their dramatic depictions of history, embellished with riveting twists and entrancing portrayals, provide for a truly extraordinary historical experience.

Which historical television drama do you feel provides the most engrossing insight into its designated time period?

All titles listed are categorized as "Drama" and "History" on IMDb, and are rated higher than 7.5. Titles are organized according to the time period in which they are set, from earliest to latest.

Discuss here

Results of 2,507 votes:

  1. 1.

    Tut (2015)

     
    Time period: 1332 BC – 1323 BC
  2. 2.

    Vikings (2013)

     
    Time period: 793 CE – 9th century CE (ongoing)
  3. 3.

    Rome (2005)

     
    Time period: 49 BC – 31 BC

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