Peterloo (2018)

An epic portrayal of the events surrounding the infamous 1819 Peterloo Massacre, where a peaceful pro-democracy rally at St Peter’s Field in Manchester turned into one of the bloodiest and most notorious episodes in British history. The massacre saw British government forces charge into a crowd of over 60,000 that had gathered to demand political reforms and protest against rising levels of poverty.

Genres: History, Drama

What to watch after Peterloo

• The Personal History of David Copperfield (2019) — Same subject: 19th century
• Brexit (2019) — Same feel: dramatic, critical
• Great Expectations (2012)
• Mary Queen of Scots (2018) — Same feel: dramatic, sad
• Nicholas Nickleby (2002)
• Mansfield Park (2007) — Same subject: period drama, 19th century