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I devoured The Gilded Age season 3, which means I find myself utterly desperate for more period dramas. Like the HBO Max series, I am looking for something rich with gorgeous cinematography, breathtaking costume design, and lavish old-world thrills that can only be found within this genre. So if you, like me, want to dive into more top-tier period dramas, be sure to check out this list before The Gilded Age season 4 comes to HBO.
Scroll to see all the best shows like The Gilded Age that you can stream in 2025!
MGM+
Belgravia — Stream on MGM+
A story by Julian Fellowes, The Gilded Age creator, Belgravia follows the Trenchard family as they navigate upper class London society. With elegant ballrooms, decades of secrets, and plenty of romance, this is definitely a miniseries you'll enjoy! Plus, you'll see familiar faces like Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets), Richard Goulding (Grantchester), and Harriet Walker (Ted Lasso).
ITV
Downton Abbey — Stream on Peacock
Downton Abbey is a gripping PBS series that centers its focus on the day-to-day dramas of the lavish Crawley family, who are reeling from the aftermath of the Titanic sinking in 1912. The tragic event leads to the death of one of the family members, and the heir of the estate also dies due to an untimely illness. Now, the family must decide on a new heir to rule the dynasty. But who is up for the task?
There’s a reason this show has been on for so long and has amassed such a dedicated fandom. It’s truly a top-tier period drama that everyone needs to binge at least once in their lives.
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Bridgerton — Stream on Netflix
Honestly, who wouldn’t love a period drama like Bridgerton? It has all the thrills and excitement of a classic Shonda Rhimes TV series: subversion of expectations, diverse ensemble of characters, and brilliant romances sprinkled throughout. Plus, the stunning costume designs, the elaborate sets, and very attractive cast are just to die for.
Apple TV+
The Buccaneers — Stream on Apple TV+
When Nan and her rambunctious friends travel from New York to London to enter society and find husbands, they have no idea what they're getting into! Each young woman attempts to navigate the English upper class, falling in love one-by-one, and seeing how they can set out on their adventurous adult lives. But with that? Comes plenty of drama as the two cultures collide and romances evolve. Based on the book by Edith Wharton, The Buccaneers is a unique twist on the late 19th century.
Netflix
The Crown — Stream on Netflix
Netflix’s The Crown (starring Claire Foy, Vanessa Kirby, and so many more) unveils the curtain on the most famous family in Britain: The royals. Here, you get to explore the rich dramas, triumphs, and romances between some of the most prominent figures in English history. How could you not be swept off your feet?
BBC
Upstairs, Downstairs — Stream on Tubi
Upstairs, Downstairs is a brilliant 1970s series that explores the complex dichotomies between the ultra-wealthy nobles and their underpaid servants. Essentially, the series explores the eye-opening contrast between those upstairs and those stuck downstairs.
The series was revived by the BBC in 2010, yet was cancelled after just two seasons for failing to live up to the original show, as well as being accused of trying too hard to ride off the success of Downton Abbey.
TNT
The Alienist — Stream on Apple TV+
When a serial killer is running loose around New York in the late 19th century, the police commissioner decides to put together a team to investigate the heinous crimes once and for all. The team in question? A criminal pyschologist named Dr. Laszlo Kreizler (Daniel Brühl), a newspaper illustrator named John Moore (Luke Evans), and a police department secretary named Sara Howard (Dakota Fanning). However, given the more controversial nature of Dr. Kreizler's practice —¸ he's an "alienist" who studies deviant behaviors of social recluses and pariahs — the team has to operate in secret. Will this motley crew be able to crack the case?
HBO Max
Gentleman Jack — Stream on HBO Max
When Anne Lister (based on the real life historical figure) is tasked with saving her family's home in 1800s England, she's expected to marry well. However, Anne doesn't plan on following society's expectations of her. Instead, Anne makes her own way with her with and charms, making her way into the upper echelon — and into a relationship that many may not have expected at that time.
PBS
Miss Austen — Stream on PBS
While this isn't a Jane Austen adaptation like some other shows on the list, it does follow a fictionalized story about Jane and her sister Cassandra. The unique tale tries to get to the bottom of one of the greater literary mysteries — what happened to all of Jane's numerous journal entries? PBS describes this story as "a fascinating, witty, and heart-breaking story of sisterly love," and wow I couldn't be ready to watch this more!
PBS
Sanditon — Stream on PBS
This adaptation of Jane Austen's last novel starring Rose Williams (Locked In) and Theo James (The White Lotus), follows a woman named Charlotte Heywood (Williams) who moves to the quiet Sanditon village to start her life over. In the midst of it all, she meets a man named Sidney Parker (James) and slowly starts to fall in love. This is definitely the type of period drama I can get behind!
PBS
Marie Antoinette — Stream on PBS
I’ve always found Marie Antoinette to be one of the most fascinating figures in history. She was the original queen of controversy, getting canceled before cancel culture was even a thing. Ahead of her time!
But on a real note, I find her to be one of the more interesting figures of the 1700s. Marie Antoinette was draped in jewels and luxurious gowns mid-French Revolution, while the majority of France starved. What a jaw-dropping contrast!
Despite all her flaws and scandals, this series portrays the historical figure in a genuinely nuanced light that will change the way you perceive her for good. Sure, she was decked out in jewels when it was inappropriate to do so, but did she really deserve to be guillotined? The answer is no. She did not deserve to die.
Showtime
The Tudors — Stream on Prime Video
If you want to explore the lavish halls of King Henry VIII's palace while diving into all his scandals of the time period, you’re going to love The Tudors. This period drama is brimming with tension, romance, and beautiful sets and costumes.
PBS
The Forsyte Saga — Stream on Prime Video
This two-season period drama is based on the classic novels by John Galsworthy. The show follows the the Forsyte family as they navigate the trials and tribulations of their wealth, status, and personal lives. There's plenty of drama to go around — and did I mention romance? Yeah, I'll be binging this ASAP.
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1883 — Stream on Paramount+
Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone prequel, 1883 follows the Dutton family origins as they make their way to Montana. This thrilling Western stars Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Sam Elliott — and it's just as gripping and emotional as the rest of the Yellowstone shows. Fans of the railroad storyline on The Gilded Age will enjoy seeing the Duttons' western journey from Tennessee.
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