1. Little House on the Prairie

Based on the books by Laura Ingalls Wilder, this series follows the Ingalls family as they navigate life in the American Midwest during the late 19th century. Starring Michael Landon and Melissa Gilbert, it’s a heartwarming depiction of family and frontier life.

2. Anne with an E

A modern adaptation of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic book series, this show follows the adventures of Anne Shirley, a spirited orphan with a vivid imagination. Amybeth McNulty stars as Anne, bringing a fresh perspective to this timeless story.

3. When Calls the Heart

Set in a small town in the Canadian West, this series follows Elizabeth Thatcher, a young teacher who moves from the city to a rural coal mining town. Erin Krakow and Daniel Lissing lead the cast in this touching tale of resilience and community.

4. Poldark

This British series is set in the late 18th century and follows Ross Poldark, a soldier who returns to Cornwall after the American Revolutionary War. Aidan Turner stars as the brooding hero in this adaptation of Winston Graham’s novels.

5. Outlander

Based on the novels by Diana Gabaldon, this time-traveling romance follows Claire Randall, a nurse from 1945 who finds herself in 1743 Scotland. Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan star in this epic tale of love and adventure.

6. Call the Midwife

Set in the 1950s and 60s, this series follows a group of nurse midwives working in the East End of London. Jessica Raine and Helen George lead the ensemble cast in this moving portrayal of post-war life and women’s health.

7. The Waltons

This classic series chronicles the life of the Walton family during the Great Depression and World War II. Richard Thomas and Ralph Waite star in this heartwarming show about family values and perseverance.

8. North and South

Based on the novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, this series explores the social and economic struggles of the industrial North and the rural South of England. Daniela Denby-Ashe and Richard Armitage star in this compelling drama.

9. Lark Rise to Candleford

Set in the late 19th century, this series follows the lives of residents in the small hamlet of Lark Rise and the nearby town of Candleford. Starring Olivia Hallinan and Julia Sawalha, it’s a charming depiction of rural life.

10. Hell on Wheels

This series is set during the construction of the First Transcontinental Railroad in the 1860s. Anson Mount stars as Cullen Bohannon, a former Confederate soldier seeking revenge, in this gritty Western drama.

11. Frontier

Starring Jason Momoa, this series delves into the North American fur trade in the late 18th century. It’s a rugged and action-packed depiction of the clashes between Native tribes, settlers, and traders.

12. The Paradise

Set in the first department store in Northern England, this series follows the lives of the workers and customers. Joanna Vanderham and Emun Elliott lead the cast in this adaptation of Émile Zola’s novel.

13. Mercy Street

This Civil War-era drama is set in a Union hospital in Alexandria, Virginia. Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Josh Radnor star in this gripping series that explores the medical and personal struggles of the time.

14. The Durrells

Based on Gerald Durrell’s autobiographical books, this series follows the quirky Durrell family as they move from England to the Greek island of Corfu in the 1930s. Keeley Hawes stars as the family matriarch in this delightful and picturesque series.

15. Jamestown

Set in the early 17th century, this series follows the lives of three women who arrive in the New World to marry settlers in the Virginia colony. Naomi Battrick, Sophie Rundle, and Niamh Walsh star in this captivating historical drama.

16. The English Game

This series explores the origins of modern football (soccer) in late 19th century England. Edward Holcroft and Kevin Guthrie star in this inspiring tale of class struggle and sportsmanship.

17. Victoria

This series chronicles the early life and reign of Queen Victoria. Jenna Coleman stars as the young queen in this lavish and historically rich drama.

18. The Crown

Following the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, this series offers an inside look at the British monarchy. Claire Foy and Olivia Colman have both portrayed the queen in this critically acclaimed drama.

19. Downton Abbey

Set in the early 20th century, this series follows the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants. Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Maggie Smith star in this beloved period drama.