Last Updated on May 25, 2025
We have your period drama line-up for what’s new to streaming on Netflix in the US this summer – and also what’s leaving.
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This list will be updated all summer: it will house all the costume, historical, and period dramas added to Netflix in June, and July and August 2025, that we think you’ll enjoy.
Then, in a new section, we look at the period dramas that have been announced by the streamer but are still in development, and titles that we know will be added to Netflix later in 2025 and 2026.
New titles – from British period dramas to romantic television series, international films and biopics – will be added alphabetically to the appropriate areas all throughout the months, as soon as we learn of them. If you recognize a title from the service, it’s because movies and series often get pulled off for a period of time, and then they come back.
You can click through to watch the trailers where available – they may save you from watching something you’ll wish you hadn’t (or help you find something you nearly skipped over). Please note that some titles may be unavailable on Netflix’s ad tier.
We’ve also curated some other non-period titles of interest, including feel-good movies and TV series, comedies and romances, that are new to Netflix that you might like. See the “You May Also Like” section for these additional suggestions of what to watch.
Period dramas leaving Netflix this summer: Leaving in June: June 1: Pride & Prejudice (2005). June 17: Carol (2015).
In case you missed it, a few titles to consider that were added in recent months: Added in March: The Leopard (Limited Series), The Lady’s Companion (Season 1), The Guns of Navarone (1961). Added in April: The Age of Innocence (1993), Bonnie & Clyde (2013), Rooster Cogburn (…and the Lady) (1975). Added in May: American Gangster (2007), Dear Hongrang (Season 1), I’m Still Here (2024).
The winter 2025 list for Netflix is here.
Those who are new here should know that Willow and Thatch also has a special section for period dramas that have been added recently to different streaming services. See the “New to Streaming” drop-down menu at the top of the page.
Period Dramas Added to Netflix in June 2025
Hitchcock (2012)
In 1959, Sir Alfred Hitchcock and his wife, Alma Reville, are at the top of their creative game as filmmakers amidst disquieting insinuations about it being time to retire. To recapture his youth’s artistic daring, Sir Alfred decides his next movie will adapt the lurid horror novel, “Psycho”, over everyone’s misgivings. Unfortunately, as Sir Alfred self-finances and labors on this movie, Alma finally loses patience with his roving eye and controlling habits with his actresses. When an ambitious friend lures her to collaborate on a work of their own, the resulting marital tension colors Sir Alfred’s work, even as the novel’s inspiration haunts his dreams.
Starring Sir Anthony Hopkins, Dame Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson, Toni Collette.
Rated PG-13
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Available June 1
The Theory of Everything (2014)
In the 1960s, Cambridge University student and future physicist Stephen Hawking falls in love with fellow collegian Jane Wilde. At 21, Hawking learns that he has motor neuron disease. Despite this — and with Jane at his side — he begins an ambitious study of time, of which he has very little left, according to his doctor. He and Jane defy terrible odds and break new ground in the fields of medicine and science, achieving more than either could hope to imagine.
Starring Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones, Tom Prior, Emily Watson.
Rated PG-13
Add to your WATCHLIST (coming soon)
Available June 1
For more period dramas added in June 2025, also see the following: June 1: The Legend of Zorro (2005), U-571 (2000).
Period Dramas Added to Netflix in July & August 2025
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Announced, Coming Soon & Period Dramas News
Coming in 2025: Death by Lightning: A drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him. Starring Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, the American historical drama miniseries is created by Mike Makowsky based on the 2011 non-fiction book Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard: The extraordinary account of James Garfield’s rise from poverty to the American presidency, and the dramatic history of his assassination and legacy.
Coming in 2025: Frankenstein: In this adaptation of Mary Shelley’s beloved Gothic novel, Guillermo del Toro brings Frankenstein to life this November. A brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. Starring Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, and Mia Goth.
Coming in November 2025: Last Samurai Standing: Set in the late 19th century during the Meiji period,this Japanese historical drama takes place at the Tenryuji Temple in Kyoto. Come nightfall, 292 skilled warriors gather, lured by the promise of a grand prize of 100 billion yen. Among them is our protagonist, Shujiro Saga (Junichi Okada), who enters this dangerous game with one goal: to save his ailing wife and child. Based on the novel “Ikusagami” by Shogo Imamura, winner of the 166th Naoki Prize in 2021.
Expected in 2025: Once Upon an Assassin: 1504, South of France. Néro is a dangerous and cynical assassin who is betrayed by his master and long-term ally. Running from the dangerous enemies now after him, he must retrieve and protect his daughter, Perla, who has been left as an orphan until now. On their journey between vengeance and redemption, Néro will have to choose: saving himself or saving his daughter — and the world. Starring Pio Marmaï, Olivier Gourmet, and Alice Isaaz.
Expected in 2025: House of Guinness: This eight-part series follows the aftermath of Benjamin Guinness death the brewery mogul and his shrewd will’s impact on his adult children Arthur, Edward, Anne, Ben and associates affiliated with the thriving Guinness empire. With Anthony Boyle, Jack Gleeson, James Norton, Louis Partridge, Danielle Galligan, Fionn O’Shea and Emily Fairn.
Expected in 2025: Peaky Blinders – The Immortal Man: The feature length film made in association with BBC Film is the epic continuation of the multi-award-winning gangster saga, set in the lawless streets of Birmingham in the 1900s. Cillian Murphy reprises his role as the iconic ‘Tommy Shelby’ in the film written by the show’s creator, Steven Knight, who produces alongside Patrick Holland, Cillian Murphy and Guy Heeley.
Expected in 2025: Perfect Match (Season 1): The romantic comedy period series is set during the reign of Renzong in the Northern Song Dynasty. Madam Li moves her family to the prosperous city of Bianjing to start a teahouse business while scouting for the perfect match for each of her beautiful daughters. As fish out of water, the Li family encounters several obstacles, yet Madam Li’s daughters are always able to overcome them with their intelligence, wit and resilience.
Expected in 2025: The Seven Dials Mystery: According to Netflix, “It’s Agatha Christie, for a whole new generation.” England. 1925. At a lavish country house party, a practical joke appears to have gone horribly, murderously wrong. It will be up to the unlikeliest of sleuths – the fizzingly inquisitive Lady Eileen ‘Bundle’ Brent – to unravel a chilling plot that will change her life, cracking wide open the country house mystery. The three-part series stars Mia McKenna-Bruce (Persuasion) as Bundle, a young, determined sleuth, alongside Helena Bonham Carter (Nolly) as Lady Caterham, Martin Freeman (Black Panther) as Battle, and Edward Bluemel (My Lady Jane). Based on the book of the same name.
Expected in 2025: The Swedish Connection: This feature-length World War II film tells the story of unknown hero Gösta Engzell, a down prioritized bureaucrat at the Swedish Foreign Ministry who develops a plan to save Jews by fooling the Nazis. Henrik Dorsin, Sissela Benn, Jonas Karlsson, Johan Glans, and Marianne Mörck star.
Coming in 2026: Bridgerton (Season 4): During the Regency era in England, eight close-knit siblings of the powerful Bridgerton family attempt to find love. With a focus on second son Benedict, the upcoming episodes in Season 4 are inspired by the third book in Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton series, An Offer from a Gentleman.
Coming in 2026: East of Eden: The upcoming seven-episode limited television series adapted from John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel of the same name stars Florence Pugh; it’s unclear when it will be set as this is being billed as “a modern interpretation of Steinbeck’s masterpiece” that will “explore the multigenerational saga of the Trask family, focusing new attention on its indelible antihero, Cathy Ames.” Also starring Christopher Abbott, Mike Faist and Hoon Lee.
Expected in 2026: The Law According to Lidia Poet (Season 3): Season 3 has been confirmed, with Italian actress Matilda De Angelis reprising her role. In late 19th-century Turin, Lidia Poët, fights against everything and everyone to get what is rightfully hers: to be enrolled in the official register of lawyers. Nothing could stop her dream of becoming the first female lawyer in Italy.
Expected in 2026: The New Force: Hailing from Sweden, this period drama follows the struggles of Sweden’s first female police officers in 1958 – facing prejudice from society, colleagues, and even their families, all while navigating a dangerous part of Stockholm. Starring Josefin Asplund, Agnes Rase, and Malin Persson.
Unclear: Winter Palace: The first Swiss series co-produced with Netflix, “Winter Palace” takes you to the Swiss Alps in 1899, where young hotelier André Morel has a bold vision—a five-star hotel that stays open throughout winter. But extreme weather, unpredictable staff, and demanding guests put his dream to the test, marking the beginning of Swiss winter tourism. Starring Cyril Metzger, Astrid Roos, and Axel Granberger. Season 1 of “Winter Palace” was already released internationally but we are still awaiting news for its US release date.
Unclear: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo: Adapted from Taylor Jenkins Reid’s best-selling 2017 novel, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo follows a fictional Old Hollywood star who gives a final interview to an unknown journalist. During her tell-all, the fiercely private celebrity pulls back the curtain on the true story of her infamous seven marriages and other wild tales of showbiz scandals, betrayals and woes. Netflix picked up the rights for this in 2022, but there have been delays, and as of 2/2025 Leslye Headland has been replaced by filmmaker Maggie Betts, who will also co-write the screenplay.
News: The Lady’s Companion (Season 2): There’s been conflicting information as to if there will be a second season of this well-received period series set in Madrid in the 1880s. wherein Elena Bianda is the most sought after lady-in-waiting; her success lies in her moral rigidity and sensitivity; all of this changes when she arrives at the Mencía family’s house where she has to take care of three sisters. It reportedly will not be returning, but there have also been reports that the show has already been renewed. We’ve reached out to Netflix for clarification.
You May Also Like
This section contains a curated list of movies and TV series new on Netflix, that are NOT period dramas. We think fans of historical and costume dramas will enjoy them just the same.
Available in June: June 1: The Birds (1963), Dune (1984), Family Plot (1976), Frenzy (1972), The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956), Rear Window (1954), Vertigo (1958). June 5: Ginny & Georgia (Season 3). June 7: Boys on the Side (1995). June 11: Cheers to Life (2024), Our Times (2025). June 22: The Intern (2015).
Available in July & August: Coming soon.
If you enjoyed this post, be sure to see The Period Films List, with the best British period dramas, historical and costume movies and TV series sorted by era.
