19 Period dramas that you must watch if you liked The Brutalist

Modified Jan 18, 2025 11:54 ET

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11) The Theory of Everything (2014)

Eddie Redmayne in The Theory Of Everything | Image via Universal Pictures

This biographical period drama is directed by James Marsh and adapted from Jane Hawking's memoir Travelling To Infinity: My Life With Stephen. The film focuses on Stephen Hawking, played by Eddie Redmayne, early life in college, his groundbreaking work in theoretical physics, and his battle with ALS. Redmayne's portrayal of Hawking is deeply moving, giving us a glimpse of Hawking's struggles and challenges. His outstanding performance even earned him an Oscar award for Best Actor.