The Best Historical Dramas for Action Fans

Which historical drama film, released in 2000, follows the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general who seeks revenge against the corrupt emperor Commodus?

Which 2004 historical drama film, directed by Wolfgang Petersen, depicts the Battle of Troy and features an ensemble cast including Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, and Orlando Bloom?

In the 2003 historical drama film "The Last Samurai", Tom Cruise plays Captain Nathan Algren, a former U.S. military officer hired to train the Japanese army in the late 19th century. What is the name of the samurai warrior who becomes Algren's mentor and friend?

Which historical drama film, released in 1997, tells the story of the 300 Spartans who fought against the Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylae?

In the 2000 historical drama film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", which actress played the role of Yu Shu Lien, a skilled warrior and protector of the Green Destiny sword?

Which 2018 historical drama film, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, follows the rise and fall of Queen Anne of Great Britain and her close relationship with Sarah Churchill, the Duchess of Marlborough?

In the 1995 historical drama film "Rob Roy", which actor played the title role of Rob Roy MacGregor, a Scottish outlaw and folk hero?

Which 2016 historical drama film, directed by Mel Gibson, tells the story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who served as a medic during World War II and saved the lives of many soldiers without firing a single shot?

In the 2018 historical drama film "The King", which actor played the role of King Henry V of England, a young monarch who leads his troops to victory at the Battle of Agincourt?

Which 2019 historical drama film, directed by Taika Waititi, tells the story of Jojo Betzler, a young boy in Nazi Germany who idolizes Adolf Hitler and discovers that his mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic?

In the 2017 historical drama film "Dunkirk", which actor played the role of Farrier, a Royal Air Force pilot who participates in the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II?

Which 2020 historical drama film, directed by Spike Lee, tells the story of four African American Vietnam War veterans who return home to fight for social justice in their community?

In the 2019 historical drama film "1917", which actors played the roles of Schofield and Blake, two British soldiers tasked with delivering a message across enemy territory during World War I?

Which 2018 historical drama film, directed by Alfonso Cuarón, tells the story of Cleo, a young domestic worker in Mexico City during the 1970s, and her relationship with her wealthy family?