17 period dramas that nailed their historical accuracy

Modified Feb 04, 2025 12:18 ET

Hiroyuki Sanada in Shogun | Image via FXP

8) Selma ( 2014)

Scene from Selma | Image via Paramount Pictures

Selma is an important and historically accurate film that depicts the pivotal 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches during the American Civil Rights Movement. The period drama shows Dr. King's leadership and the constant struggles of African Americans to gain the right to vote. Selma has well-earned its reputation for honestly representing the events that highlight the tension, violence, and sheer determination experienced by the movement. The filmmakers created a realistic setting using authentic locations with costumes and events from the period.