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Victoria & Abdul (2017)

  • Drama
  • History
  • 112 min
  • 12 age guide
  • ★ 6.9/10 from 1,231 ratings

Queen Victoria strikes up an unlikely friendship with a young Indian clerk named Abdul Karim.

Directed byStephen Frears

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  1. 01

    Philomena

    Same director

    2013 · 98 min · Drama

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    A woman searches for her adult son, who was taken away from her decades ago when she was forced to live in a convent.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • the same director
    • substantial genre overlap
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  2. 02

    A United Kingdom

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    2016 · 111 min · Drama · History

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    The inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied family, Apartheid and empire - their love triumphed over every obstacle flung in their path and in so doing they transformed their nation and inspired the world.

    Why it connects

    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
    • a closely matched era
    • shared production studio: BBC Film
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  3. 03

    About Time

    Same studio

    2013 · 123 min · Drama · Fantasy · Other

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    The night after another unsatisfactory New Year's party, Tim's father reveals to him that the men in their family have the ability to travel through time. They can't change history, but they can change what happens and has happened in their own lives. Thus begins the start of a lesson in learning to appreciate life itself as it is, as it comes, and most importantly, the people living alongside us.

    Why it connects

    • strong recommendation signals
    • shared production studio: Working Title
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  4. 04

    Emma.

    Shared themes

    2020 · 125 min · Comedy · Drama · Other

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    In 1800s England, a well-meaning but selfish young woman meddles in the love lives of her friends.

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    • shared theme: 19th century
    • a closely matched era
    • shared production studio: Working Title
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  5. 05

    Phantom Thread

    Same studio

    2017 · 130 min · Drama · Other

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    In 1950s London, a renowned dressmaker's meticulous lifestyle begins drastically changing as his relationship with his young muse intensifies.

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    • strong recommendation signals
    • shared production studio: Focus Features, Perfect World Pictures
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  6. 06

    The Queen

    Same director

    2006 · 103 min · Drama · History

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    The Queen is an intimate behind the scenes glimpse at the interaction between HM Elizabeth II and Prime Minister Tony Blair during their struggle, following the death of Diana, to reach a compromise between what was a private tragedy for the Royal family and the public's demand for an overt display of mourning.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • the same director
    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
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  7. 07

    The Young Victoria

    Strong story similarity

    2009 · 105 min · Drama · History · Other

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    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 regency order, while her Belgian uncle schemes to arrange a marriage between the future monarch and Prince Albert, the man who will become the love of her life.

    Why it connects

    • strong story and style similarity
    • strong shared themes: 19th century and biography
    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
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  8. 08

    The Duchess

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    2008 · 110 min · Drama · History · Other

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    A chronicle of the life of 18th century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was reviled for her extravagant political and personal life.

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    • strong genre and movie-style overlap
    • shared production studio: BBC Film
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  9. 09

    Ali & Ava

    Shared cast

    2022 · 95 min · Drama · Other

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    Sparks fly after Ali and Ava meet through their shared affection for Sofia, the child of Ali’s tenants whom Ava teaches. Ali finds comfort in Ava’s warmth and kindness while Ava finds Ali’s complexity and humour irresistible. As the pair begin to form a deep connection they have to find a way to keep their newfound passion from being overshadowed by the stresses and struggles of their separate lives and histories.​

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    • a principal cast member
    • shared production studio: BBC Film
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  10. 10

    Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical

    Same studio

    2022 · 117 min · Comedy · Family · Fantasy

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    An extraordinary young girl discovers her superpower and summons the remarkable courage, against all odds, to help others change their stories, whilst also taking charge of her own destiny. Standing up for what's right, she's met with miraculous results.

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    • strong recommendation signals
    • shared production studio: Working Title
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