10 Best Historical Series on Netflix (That Aren't Outlander)
If you're done pretending Outlander is still hitting the same, do yourself a favor. These are the shows that'll remind you why historical drama is still one of the best genres on TV.
Let's be real—Outlander had a good run. Time travel, steamy drama, Scottish swords, all that. But at some point, the novelty wears off and you're stuck watching characters explain the rules of 18th-century court etiquette for six episodes straight. If you're craving historical drama that actually moves, that doesn't waste your time with filler or melodrama, Netflix has way better options right now.
And no, we're not talking about dusty old miniseries where everyone stands around in wigs whispering. These shows have scale. They've got battles, betrayals, revolutions, queens, empires, secret plots—everything you want from a proper historical binge. And best of all, they actually feel like television, not homework.
This list is for people who want real drama with a historical edge. Not just romance with corsets, but high-stakes storytelling where the history isn't just background dressing—it drives the whole thing.
Each one of these series pulls you in fast and keeps the pressure on. There's no slow burn. No endless setup. Just tight, addictive storytelling and world-class production that makes you forget you're watching something "educational." You'll finish the last episode, look up the real history out of curiosity—and realize it was way crazier than the show even had time to cover.