Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Apr 13, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Erik XIV

If you loved Erik XIV, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher

Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher

2022★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Erik XIV for fans of History & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

At the turn of the 19th century, Pugilism was the sport of kings and a gifted young boxer fought his way to becoming champion of England....

#2
The Girl King

The Girl King

2015★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Erik XIV for fans of History & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A portrait of the brilliant, extravagant Kristina of Sweden, queen from age six, who fights the conservative forces that are against her ideas to modernize Sweden and who have no t...

#3
Mary

Mary

2024★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Erik XIV for fans of History & Drama. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

A miraculous conception. A merciless king. A murderous pursuit. Mary's journey to give birth to Jesus unfolds in this biblical coming-of-age epic....

#4
Mr. Turner

Mr. Turner

2014★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Erik XIV for fans of History & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Eccentric British painter J.M.W. Turner lives his last 25 years with gusto and secretly becomes involved with a seaside landlady, while his faithful housekeeper bears an unrequite...

#5
Mayerling

Mayerling

1968★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Erik XIV for fans of History & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria clashes with his father, Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria, over implementing progressive policies for their country. Rudolf soon feels he is a man b...

#6
The Young Victoria

The Young Victoria

2009★ 7.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Erik XIV for fans of History & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

As the only legitimate heir of England's King William, teenage Victoria gets caught up in the political machinations of her own family. Victoria's mother wants her to sign a regenc...

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