Taiga dramas (Japanese historical dramas) feature elaborate costumes and immersive acting. These dramas often draw inspiration from actual historical events. Set designs reflect the true nature of the historical period
Season premiered on History in Canada on February 18, 2016. Consists of 20 episodes split into two parts of ten each. First half ended April 21, 2016, second half November 30, 2016. Ended February 1, 2017
Directed by Cao Dun, based on Ma Boyong's novel. Starring Lei Jiayin and Jackson Yee, produced by multiple companies. Filming took place from November 2017 to June 2018. Released on Youku in China on June 27, 2019. Distributed internationally, including Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam
Canadian historical drama created by Michael Hirst for History channel. Premiered March 3, 2013, concluded April 28, 2013 with nine episodes. Focuses on Viking chieftain Ragnar Lothbrok's quest to raid England
Turkish historical action drama produced by Mehmet Bozdağ. Story takes place in 8th century before Turkish Islam conversion. Based on fictional Turkish epics rather than historical reality
British historical drama created by Julian Fellowes, aired 2010-2015. Set on fictional Yorkshire estate Downton Abbey between 1912-1926. Follows Crawley family and servants during post-Edwardian era