period drama
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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That excitement is because it is one of those titles that quietly shaped every period drama and miniseries that came after it.
From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026
While same-sex romance has featured in Netflix's hit period drama previously, this will mark the first time it's been part of the central storyline.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
And she knew the history of Brazilian surges at the Oscars could bode well for Moura, Brazilian star of “The Secret Agent,” a period drama set in the country.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
Long-considered a celebration of homegrown films, the BAFTAs could favour the period drama, which is packed with UK and Irish talent.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
‘Candyman’ director Nia DaCosta and her star bring Henrik Ibsen’s mean girl to vibrant life in a raucous period drama co-starring Imogen Poots and Nina Hoss.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025
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