Like much of its catalog, Netflix has included period series that have captivated its subscribers, many of them based on true events but ultimately with a fictional twist.

This type of content, apart from taking us to certain historical periods, helps us understand them in an easier and more entertaining way thanks to the interpretations of great actors.

Here are five series that have taken over the Netflix list

Versalles

Over the course of three seasons, you’ll be able to learn the story behind the construction of the Palace of Versailles during the reign of Louis XIV.

With unprecedented ambition, the French king wanted to mark history by constructing a building that would elevate his stature as king and diminish the nobility.

This French-Canadian series stars British actor George Bladgen under the direction of Simon Mirren.

Crown

The history of the British royal family is always of interest around the world, but since the series premiered in 2016, there has been more detail about how Queen Elizabeth II came to power and her more than 81 year reign. .

In its 4 seasons, we have seen how the prestigious cast has masterfully portrayed members of the royal family, such as His Royal Highness, George VI of England, Philip of Edinburgh, Margaret Thatcher, Charles of Wales, Diana of Wales, among others.

The fifth and final season is expected to arrive on Netflix in 2023 with the history of the United Kingdom starting in 1990.

wire girl

The production, which was released in 2017, became Netflix’s first original Spanish series. Throughout 5 seasons, it caught the attention of subscribers with the story of four women fighting for equal rights in the 1920s.

Blanca Suárez, Yon González and Ana Fernández are responsible for leading the series under the direction of Ramón Campos.

Bridgerton

Since December 2020, “Bridgerton” has become one of the streaming giant’s most successful series.

Created by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shonda Rhimes, with just one season of eight episodes, it caught the attention of audiences with a story set in Julia Quinn’s novel of the same name.

The series depicts the life of London’s high society during the British County period in the 19th century.

On March 25th, season two will enter the platform to continue the popular story of Bridgertons and Featheringtons.

Peaky Cover

Throughout five seasons, the Shelby family has captured the attention of millions of users with a story set in 20th century England, the postwar era in which criminal gangs were born.

The Shelbys became the most powerful gang of the time with great influence in the working class and politics.

On 27 February, the sixth and final season was released on BBC screens, but there is still no confirmed date for its arrival on the streaming platform.

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