Top 10 Period Films Set In The 1800s .br If you’re in the mood for a great period drama, it can be hard to know where to begin. Well, we’re here to help- we’ve curated some of the more interesting period films of recent years, and we’ll be running them down for you on a regular basis, starting with today’s list of 19th century dramas. Some are underrated, some are overlooked, but all are well worth a watch.