Period Drama Picks for 2022
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- Опубліковано 17 лют 2022
- I had a look at this article: britishperioddramas.com/lists... to see what I was keen to see… what shows are you watching or looking forward to watching?
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I absolutely loved your comment about crying during "Call the Midwife". My husband refers to it as "Cry the Midwife"
Mine too!
Soooo gooood!
i am an animal person; can't stand human babies. however, Call the Midwife is my favourite show because it's just so damned well done, in every aspect of production.
I’ve been watching the Gilded Age and I really enjoy it. It’s right about the time Cora Crawley would’ve been in her youth before she married into the Downton Abbey Crawley family.
I’m loving it, too.
Love it!
Yes! Anything Julian Fellows is involved with will be historically accurate and fantastic!
Have you seen Victorian Farm? It's not a period drama, but it is fun, and relaxing to watch. Historians work on a Victorian era farm using acurate tools, methods and clothing. They talk about the research and timeline of different inventions. My 6 year old wanabe-farmer son loves it.
That team has done several shows, including Tudor Farm, Edwardian Farm, Wartime Farm. All are just as good as Victorian Farm, imho.
@@elizabethdibble5159 I didn't know that! I will have to look for those.
@@NewAdventuresOfUs I got hooked on all of these by first watching Ruth, Thomas and Peter in "Secrets of the Castle." Recommended!
I've watched ALL "The __Farm" series SEVERAL times! I adore Ruth, Alex & Peter. 💕Also Victorian Pharmacy, Secrets of the Castle (no Alex) & Tales from the (Green?) Valley. All amazing!! I've gathered up the Christmas episodes & watch them over and over starting November 😊 Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦
I hope they do a new Farm. Love them all
The Last Kingdom on Netflix! Can’t recommend it enough.
Oh my goodness, you can’t overlook Outlander. The books are beasts, but worth the time to read and the show is just gorgeous.
There is a Facebook group just for recreating the clothing. They even commissioned a special fabric weaving of the plaid worn in the show.
The newest book was just released last November after a long long wait.
Now the wait begins again for what will probably be the last book.
Absolutely. The time travelling gets a little silly to me at times, but gosh did they make a real effort as far as what life was like for these people to live in this time. The characterisations are fantastic and wonderfully detailed. I couldn't get through the first book though, due to how dry the read was for me; which is a shame because I adore reading.
yes! love Outlander..😊😊😊 ive been researching the history..i would love for Dr kat to do a vid on the jacobite rebellion and Bonnie Prince Charlie..please please Dr Kat..😊😊😊
Too much $ex for me, lol. I mean, I'm not opposed, but to a point, and after that, it kinda gets off putting for me personally. Lol
Outlander!
Nobody has mentioned “Wolf Hall” which was absolutely amazing in every way. I am a huge fan of “Miss Scarlet””. What an absolute delight!
I am eagerly awaiting the sequel based on "The Mirror And The Light" which is the last book in Hillary Mantel's Wolf Hall trilogy. (I am reading it now). The series "Wolf Hall" was so well done; I am wondering how they will adapt the final book. Cheers! ~ Anastacia in Cleveland
I would add Vienna Blood! It's a mystery series set in 1906 Vienna, Austria. The sets and costumes are STUNNING! Love Miss Scarlet, glad you gave it some love😍
Vienna Blood is my absolute favorite--great settings, costumes, and actors.
If you haven't binge watched "The Last Kingdom," do it! The series is phenomenal (if you're into Anglo-Saxons & Vikings) & the author of the books, Bernard Cornwell, is one of my absolute favorites.
Wil do! Thanks 🙏🏼
Just finished it yesterday. 10+ Phenomenal! I cried I cheered I cursed and jeered! It elicited a full range of emotions in me.And the ending was wrapped up in a satisfying and hopeful manner. I will miss the imperfect heroism of Uhtred son of Uhtred and the lives he touched in pursuit of his destiny. That final scene with Brida was so potent with emotion- one of the best I’ve ever seen.
@@flowerfaeri They're making a full length movie to wrap up the next books! I believe it's called "Seven Kings Must Die."
I would like to recommend “A Discovery of Witches”, when we talk period clothing, I beleive that season 2 has some of the finest examples. I was also impressed by the likeness of Queen Elisabeth I to the paintings of her in old age. Anyway this show is NOT a teenage vampire/ warewulf show. It’s grownups and tuned down a lot. Great actors! HBO is releasing episodes of S3 (which will prob. be the last season) as we speak.
I loved the books! Series is pretty good & if you liked it, definitely read the books
It's an older movie but everyone HAS to watch "The King" on Netflix. It is loosely based on Shakespeare's "Henriade". It give an AMAZING look at what battle was like hand to hand, in the mud, loaded down in armour. Dr. Kat I hope you've seen it too AND I would LOVE to hear your thoughts on the film, the play and just Henry V in general. LOVE YOUR SHOW!
going to look and put it on my list now!
I need a guilty pleasure period piece in my life this year. Really excited about Becoming Elizabeth!
Doesn't anyone watch "Outlander"? Technically science fiction but a rollicking good historical romance! Diana Gabaldon is a great author.
Yes!!!!!
YOU BET!!
Yes
Absolutely!
Absolutely, yes
Yes, I LOVE Miss Scarlet! I love the more working-class bent, as most period pieces focus on the upper classes. Also Eliza and William are just *mwah* chefs kiss.
Omg, i agree 100% xD i never hear anyone else talk about it xD
Ok Dr Kat, just stated watching "call midwife" as itappears on my on demand I can tell its gonna be good. Thanks. I have admit I can tear up at a good historical drama myself.
Thank you for providing the link to the article! I loved your and Jamie's suggestions! There are so many to choose from that I finally decided on what I would not watch and I only came up with one....The Yorkshire Ripper. I would never sleep again if I watched that. I was hoping to see the return of "Dickensian" on the list but was disappointed to see it was not there. That series, in my opinion, was the best period drama BBC One ever produced. I will definitely watch "Great Expectations" and "Dodger" to satisfy my Dickens cravings. I hope you and yours are staying safe during your stormy weather. Prayers.
Just discovered Harlots - so much better than I could have imagined. Go Hallie Rubenhold.
You go hubby. I wish I could get any of the picks. But times as they are, I can not afford any of the extra channels. Thank you for everything that you do.
You can find these free online. I don't have the dough to have 5+ different subscriptions, so I watch what I can where I can
Thank you for the recommendations. Call The Midwife is a must.
Now I know that Reign was lacking in authenticity but since you brought up Samantha Morton portraying Catherine de Medici did you see Megan Follows' portrayal of Catherine? We all loved her as Anne of Green Gables, but she was an absolutely, gorgeously, poisonous queen. Watching her as a young girl play a sweet, albeit precocious, child and then 30 years later she shows she's got the chops to portray such a powerful woman, it was a true treat.
"Cranford"is really good too
My Mum loved Cry the Midwife. She was a student at St. Tommy’s in the late 40s, early 50s. This show brought all her memories back to share with us before she passed. A special show.
My grandmother was a nursing student during WW II and a nurse during this time in the US. Reminded me of stories she told me growing up. She would have loved this series. I still have her cloak she had to wear in nursing school
As an American Anglophile for at least 50 years ( I got my start with the King Arthur stories as a child ), as far as British television, you make it and I’ll watch it. The dream of a lifetime is coming up next Fall when my husband and I will take a tour of England, Scotland, and Ireland (I’m half Irish.) I’ll be watching all of your suggestions, in fact I watch all that air here in the US. Your husband’s picks also look very interesting. I’m afraid that I agree with him on Bridgerton. I don’t dislike it because I never saw it, having absolutely no interest in the topic. I watch every upload that you make and am enjoying them all but I love the ongoing historical newsy updates (ie. The Benin Bronzes) because of the archeological discoveries and views. Thank you, Dr. Kat
Dr Kat , hope your doing well ,also try Father Cadfeal mysteries .
Love this idea! Reminds me of Bernadette banner ranking costume authenticity for period pieces each year
Love your videos dr Kat! And your rec came in handy 💖💕
Errmmm, I watch more than 10 from this list so I will just list the ones that I am most excited about now. I love All Creatures Great and Small, and it makes me want to visit the Yorkshire Dales. I am also liking Around the World in 80 Days. When I was a kid, we had a children's audio cassette version of this and I listened to it over and over again. My 3rd pick is Gilded Age--the costumes! 😍
Have you read the books? I got sucked in when I was 16 and read them several times over the next few years. Time to revisit! (Though I need to buy "new" copies; mine got ruined. Roof leaked in my old bedroom while I was away at college)
Loved your look at the shows you and your husband are anticipating for 2022. I had a quick list look at the list, and one that I enjoy very much is Derry Girls. It’s funny, sweet, and raucous all at the same time!
I don't subscribe to BritBox so I get most of my BBC productions from PBS. A show I've been really enjoying that kind of combines period drama & detective/mystery is Endeaver. It's set in Oxford during the 60s & the set pieces, cars & costumes are so amazing. Plus, I mean it's Oxford--it's gorgeous scenery & architecture. The acting is top notch, the writing is good & it's interesting to see historical events like the Kennedy assassination or the moon landing play out in the background against the main plot & interpersonal drama of the episode. I realize it's not medieval or renaissance or regency period but the 60s definitely had a look, especially in London :) So if you like murder mysteries & you like period dramas with social commentary, you'll probably like Endeavor.
SO excited to hear this! What a treasure chest you've given us - Thank you!
🤣🤣🤣🤣 l love your comments on Call the Midwife, I usually cry all the way through it, love all your vids on the Tudors x
Dunno about you all but I do a wee hip swivel dance to Dr Kat's introductory tune .... with an emphasis/big thrust at the end note with the drum!
I'm so excited about Becoming Elizabeth, but I wonder if it will be available on any streaming service in Canada. I hope. And the Yorkshire Ripper looks good, as I spent part of my childhood in Yorkshire and my older sister lived there while Sutcliffe was on the loose. And you can never go wrong with Call the Midwife. But, must admit I share your husband's view on Bridgerton.
Thank you for this list! I will definitely look into many of the suggestions.
p.s. Snotty, ugly crying is good for the soul.😊
You almost me cry! But great choices on the shows and lived the hubs’ selections as well 🌟. Thank you for sharing!
I so enjoy your presentations. Thank you so much :)
They did a lot of filming for The Gilded Age in New York State, using Troy as a stand in for Manhattan. They also used Lyndhurst Mansion, my favorite gothic revival Hudson River estate for many interiors. So happy to finally see this gorgeous home featured on the screen so beautifully!
Thank you for doing this. ❤️
Fantastic job I am a great fan of period dramas will be watching all of them thanks for the heads up on all of these new ones
❤ gonna have to check several of these out....
The two i haven't seen mentioned and would like to for anyone who makes it down to the bottom of the comment lists are:
The Borgias ft Jeremy Irons is still my favorite bit of Western fanfic about power manipulations, (it seems to tick several boxes that GoT ppl might like, but what do I know). It's older tho.
And Empress of China is another one that i love that's older, it isn't western, it is another fanfic, but its another power grab story and I'm here for that. It's about Wu Zetian, who was/is the only Empress regnant of China....
You’ve made my day; can’t wait to watch Taboo 2
I can't express enough how much I love your channel, and this video is yet another example of why.
Skip the "Gilded Age" and watch Downton instead. I could only get through two episodes of GA, the writing and acting of the younger cast members was so bad! I agree with Jamie about Peaky Blinders! Love it!
This video could not be more tailored to me 😆 Can't wait to get into some period dramas! Wanted to mention Poldark, Outlander, and the Last Kingdom, all stunning fantastic shows!!
@Reading the Past Thank you so much for mentioning 2 of my hidden gems, the "Miss Fischer" series and "Murdoch Mysteries". Both are plain old fun to watch. Also, I have been a huge fan of "Call the Midwife" since its beginning.
❤️love it! Thank you for your research and knowledge! ❤️
Oh my....I'm so glad to hear that there is a new season Taboo....Tom Hardy and yes the 97 show sounds interessting, and Peaky Blinders last season, also with Tom Hardy...Dr. Kat, your husband has exceptionally great taste...
Miss Fisher fan here. So amped about your Miss Scarlett recommendation! that sounds fabulous.
Continued...cadfael series was produced in the 90's think. 12th century, former crusader turned apothecary monk detective. It's brilliant. As be too old to comment on, but there's a lot to be learned and enjoyed.
delighted to have Jamie's input! Hope he sticks his nose in from time to time. But i like your suggestions better :)
But that's just because 'gritty' isn't my thing...
I can say whole hearted around the world in 80 days is great. Me and my husband was up to 3 in the morning watching the whole series . Xx
I am OBSESSED with “The Gilded Age”! I started watching it yesterday and am completely caught up already. The story is compelling and the characters are well written and have clear motivations, not to mention the costuming and set design being top tier. I was so taken in and immersed at one point that I yelled at my screen!
Ooh! That sounds so good! I might wait till I have time to binge watch 🙌
My wife tried to watch that and said that the acting was subpar. She couldn’t even make it through the first episode. And she was so excited about it up to that point.
love it
@Old Lady Farmer me too, i have watched them all 3 times, that’s funny
They have a companion podcast hbo produces if you haven’t had a chance to listen to it check it out
I am so tickled that you mentioned your hubby’s picks and I loved your fun humor with mentioning them as well. I liked both of your picks and will have to look them up. I’ll also have to look up the hillsbough history. Would you do a video on that tragedy? It sounds pretty recent. Looking it up after I finish here. And thanks for another great video.
I’m really excited for Becoming Elizabeth, but I’m always apprehensive of (especially Tudor-era) period pieces before I’ve seen the trailer as I feel they’re often overly sexualised. So many shows with a great history to build a plot on, interesting characters and amazing intrigue and politics will often put that aside for often-unnecessary sexuality, as if we need that to make it interesting. I absolutely loved how in The Great they kind of made a joke of that aspect of period shows in a way that actually adds to the tone and humor of the show
Absolutely love you and Jamie, cannot forget little Gabriel. Both of you do an amazing job at reading the past.
I do appreciate your commentary on this your shows.
Great recommendations. Thank you.
Enjoyed this video... would have loved to have s4en you and Jamie together bantering about the ist. Y'all are such a fun couple to watch!
Thank you again for all you do!
I may watch the 'Gilded Age' not sure about 'Call the Midwife' I watched it in the first few seasons & then drifted.
Jamie: Love the dark dramas that the BBC puts out so thank you also!!
Blessings...❤️❤️❤️
I read the book 'The Essex Serpent' and was blown away. If they can be true to the essence of the story it would be well worth a watch. As always you provide us with provocative and interesting content. I wish I had time for all the good TV coming our way. Pick and Choose? Or just glut myself?
Greetings, good video. The Gilded Age is wonderful. I'm looking forward to Sanditon. Will have wait to see what the year brings.
Samantha Morton as Catherine de Medici?! Yesssss.
Nervous about “Anne” - I wasn’t aware of it until this video so thank you for mentioning it. I may do some research to see how involved she may have been in the production.
Of course, not being in U.K. or US (and with no television to boot! 😂), it may be a while before I’m able to see either. So perhaps I’ll get some sense from initial viewers’ responses.
Thanks again for all your great content. 🙌👍😊
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I am also excited about the new season of Bridgerton , I read the entire series when they were first released. I read the list and I want to see LIFE AFTER LIFE, I loved the book. The Witchfinder looks interesting, but with my luck, it will not be available here in Virginia.
So excited for The Last Kingdom final season but also really sad its going to be the final season, love the show so much! Also Becoming Elizabeth as I did enjoy the Spanish Princess even w it flaws it was interesting to watch something with the early years of Catherine and Henry's marriage.
Love Bridgerton just for the fun but really can’t get enough of The Last Kingdom!!
I feel you about the wait for Call the Midwife- as an American, I won't get season 11 for another month (the spoilers are *killing me*!)
The Gilded Age is definitely worth a watch. I love that it focuses on the socitial politics of the age. So many series either ignore or belittle all the interpersonal relationships and struggles that women in this era devoted their lives to. It's fascinating to see how all the female characters react to it- whether by fighting against it, struggling to uphold it, or even using it to their advantage. Additionally, there's an "Ida B. Wells" type character, and I can't wait to see how her story develops!
Around the World in 80 Days helped me through the last lockdown, and I've rewatched the Sally Wainwright (Unforgiven, Last Tango in Halifax, Happy Valley) masterpiece Gentleman Jack season 1 in anticipation of season 2.
I'm interested to see if Vikings: Valhalla can recapture the magic of the first 4 seasons of Vikings, and I'm definitely watching Anne. Thanks to your husband for the recommendation. I loved the novels 'Great Expectations' and 'The Essex Serpent', let's see if the adaptations can do them justice. And last but not least, I can recommend 'The Last Kingdom' to all history buffs. (5th season now available on Netflix)
I enjoyed the list, I made a note of them and I'll go to the article
Most of them, I will watch! As an LFC fan, Jamie's words touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. I, also haven't had the emotional courage to watch Anne yet, however I will soon I'm sure.
I am totally with you on this. They were beautiful words and I too am struggling to find the nerve to watch Anne, such an amazing woman. YNWA
We haven’t even got The Crown Season 5 here in the US yet. You have all the fun over there, and no blistering summer heat! I’m envious.
Hi Dr Kat, just had to leave another comment. Miss Scarlett and The Duke just came on tv. And it’s got captions! So,I can watch it now. I’ve recorded it for future enjoyment. So much easier if I can read. Best wishes to you and your lovely family. I’m happy 😃 abiut the captions. Maybe they listen to your channel and added them for us oldies! 👵👵👵👵🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Just finished binge watching The Pallisers, from the 1974 BBC production. 26 episodes of pure heaven. Intelligent, lovely costumes and sets, and good plot, of course, since it is adapted from Trollope. And it's on UA-cam.
I watched the pallisers on you tube too. I watched it when originally aired ! But think I enjoyed it even more this time round......loved it . They don't make em like that anymore !
thank you for this recommendation!
I absolutely love your history channel, its so informative and well presented. Would be able to do a video about Empress Matilda and facts of her battle victory at Lincoln. I live there and would love to hear your explanation about it. thanks so much :)
What an excellent video. I'd love you to do one for books too. It's interesting (and sad) to see Taboo S2 hasn't appeared yet. The first series of that was bizarre but compelling viewing. I'm afraid now I've seen Wolf Hall, I find all other historical dramas lacking. I'm desperate for them to make Bring Up The Bodies and The Mirror and The Light.
The Gilded Age is really AWESOME. Worth the watch. It is slow but hang in there. The first to episodes we are just "getting acquainted" with the characters and time period.
Looking forward to Elizabeth! I hope it will be available in Sweden. But I miss OUTLANDER!!! Season 6 is premiering on Starz on March 6. It is mainly historical, though with some timetravelling bits.
Thank you for the video.❤️ loved the recommendations ❤️ going to check the list out and you husbands list was very good and agree with his list 😊
So looking forward to the Marie antoinette especially as its a bbc and canal collaboration, hope its as good as my favourite series versailles. Xx
I love period dramas and almost all of the from the UK. Though we have some great ones in Canada as well. I loved Frankie Drake, all female cast set in the 30-40's Toronto. Only 4 seasons but so worth it! Never watched Bridgerton, or Game of Thrones. One called Ripper Street set in London was amazing! Not just about Jack but all the other notable news of the day, back then. I find a lot of the ones on PBS and CBC Gem to be very entertaining! Highly, highly recommend Downton Abbey and Outlander.
And you sent me on a rabbit hole reading all I could about the Hillsborough Tragedy. It happen when I was 20 and not fully aware of the bigger world around me. I am not a football, soccer, fan I am disgusted by the way those who should have been in charge did everything they could to 'flip the narrative' onto the fans. I send blessing to the families they may one day find peace.
Thanks for a great channel!
Thank you very much, yes I enjoyed hearing your list and that of your husband. I have my favourites but have to wait until I can find them on the web as I live in Panama. Favourites: Midwives, PEAKY BINDERS, anything like Downton Abbey, wishing passionately there would be a sequel to Wolf Hall!
Very excited about Guilded Age! Baranski?? Yes, please.
In our typical American way, let me butt in on this list with an American period piece I'm in love with that starts back TODAY! The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel!!
Love your videos! You're doing better than me on Midwife. I think I've only made it through 1 episode without becoming a puddle. You definitely need to check out The Gilded Age - it's amazing. I would love to hear your thoughts on The Last Kingdom. One of my favorites!
Thank you!
Interesting, I'm deffo with Jamie re Brigerthingy. I'm a costumier and I can't deal with it visually. I also can't deal with it in terms of social mores. lol. Anyway I'll keep an eye out for some that you've mentioned and hope that they get to Aus soon.
I found Bridgerton to be such an outrage, costume-wise, plot-wise, dialogue-wise, and you name every other thing about it and I didn't like it. I lasted all of 5 minutes before I turned it off in disgust.
@@cynthialambert9067 good to know Jamie and I aren't the only ones.
I love Call the Midwife too! I haven't watched in a while though so I better start catching up again. I can't wait for Peaky Blinders either. Just a week to go! I heard there might be a movie as well.
Omg. TABOO. ITS BEEN AGES. Can't wait.
To my huge surprise, I am enjoying Around the World in 80 days which is just now being shown on PBS in the USA. I don't know if I have ever gotten through even one episode of Call the Midwife without ugly crying. I loved the books too. Felt like I could deliver a baby myself after reading them. Reading/avoiding the spoilers from the UK has been tough as we have no idea when we're getting this latest season in the USA. I don't know what you all thought of All Creatures Great and Small but it was one of my favorite book series when I was a child and I loved the original series. This one is okay. I liked Callum Woodhouse from The Durrells and loved Gerry Durrells book. Bridgerton was a guilty pleasure for me but I won't be watching the new one as I gave up Netflix for Paramount+ and Star Trek Discovery and Picard. I also loved Ash on Discovery.
Thank you Dr. K 💖⚘🇨🇦
I'm really excited about The Serpent Queen and Becoming Elizabeth cause there aren't that many series/movies about Elizabeth's youth and the reigns of Edward VI and Mary I! Also very excited about Vikings: Valhalla airing next week!😍
The Gilded Age was filmed in my town and I tried so hard to get hired on as an extra. But alas, my services were not needed. I have not started it and I cannot wait to see it.
I like the two views. I am not sure whose choices I like better, I still liked it. Thank you.
You have no hope of getting through the last 2 episodes of Call the Midwife without crying 😅 I also have to say that I watched Anne and thought that it was really beautifully done. The show I’m most excited for is The Last Kingdom, it’s a real favourite 🧡
Thank you, Dr. Kat! Could you do something about Queen Victoria?
I love period dramas, even if I end up ranting at the screen because of inaccuracies and other tired tropes. I keep hoping that one day, some writer and director will produce a historical show that is really grounded in history. Anyway, I like you list a lot (except for Bridgeton) but would have added 'Gentleman Jack', 'Dead Still' and 'Outlander'
My picks are Sanditon, Gentleman Jack and Around the World in 80 Days, but I'll most likely check out a few others as well! (And I need to catch up on Doctor Who!)
Also, not on the list, there's a new Persuasion adaptation coming out that looks very promising!
i love Gentleman Jack!
Gilded age is great, my husband even enjoys it haha! Loved your husband’s recommendations!
Oooh your husband is a very brave man indeed!
I'm sooo curious about your thoughts about Outlander.
I loved Gilded Age and Bridgerton and wish more episodes were filmed for both shows. One show you did not mention which I love is All Creatures Great and Small. The country side scenery is so lovely and reminded me of the farms my ancestors left to immigrate to Canada. Lastly, I cannot wait to see the next installment of a Very British Scandal!
I like the banter and competition you and your husband seem to have🤣 I won’t be watching Bridgerton either but the Gilded Age… Sounds good! Might consider Vikings:Valhalla but husband picks are not my cup of coffee (sorry don’t do tea. I’ll get my coat)…
Haven’t yet manage to watch one single episode of ‘Call the Midwife’ without a tear or three! 😭 Love it …