Culloden (1964) – A powerful docudrama about the Battle of Culloden (1746), directed by Peter Watkins. It presents the battle as a modern war documentary, showing the brutal reality of the Jacobite defeat.
Chasing the Deer (1994) – A drama focusing on the Battle of Culloden and the aftermath of the 1745 Jacobite rebellion. Features Brian Blessed as the Duke of Cumberland.
The Highlander Series (1986 – 2007) – Though more fantasy than historical, the original film Highlander (1986) and its spin-offs feature Scottish Highland culture, clans, and immortal warriors.
Kidnapped (1971 & 1995) – Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel, this film follows the adventures of David Balfour and Alan Breck Stewart, a Jacobite fugitive after Culloden.
Bonnie Prince Charlie (1948) – Starring David Niven, this film follows the story of Charles Edward Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie) and his attempt to reclaim the British throne in 1745.

Rob Roy (1995) – Starring Liam Neeson, this film tells the story of Rob Roy MacGregor, a Scottish folk hero and outlaw who resisted oppression in the early 18th century.
Rob Roy, The Highland Rogue (1953) – A classic Disney film based on the life of Rob Roy MacGregor and his struggles against the Duke of Argyll.

Braveheart (1995) – Mel Gibson’s epic film about William Wallace and the Wars of Scottish Independence against England in the late 13th century. While historically inaccurate in many ways, it remains one of the most famous Scottish-themed movies.
Outlaw King (2018) – Starring Chris Pine as Robert the Bruce, this film follows Scotland’s struggle for independence after the death of William Wallace, focusing on Bruce’s guerrilla warfare tactics against the English.
The Bruce (1996) – Another depiction of Robert the Bruce’s fight for Scotland’s freedom, though less well-known than Outlaw King.

The Last King (aka The Last King of Scotland) (2006) – While not directly about Scottish history, it metaphorically references Scotland through its protagonist, a Scottish doctor involved in Uganda’s history.
Mary Queen of Scots (2018) – A historical drama starring Saoirse Ronan as Mary, Queen of Scots, and Margot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I, focusing on their power struggle.
Mary, Queen of Scots (1971) – A classic retelling of Mary Stuart’s life and conflict with Elizabeth I, starring Vanessa Redgrave.
The Eagle (2011) – Though set in Roman Britain, this film involves the lost Ninth Legion and their mysterious disappearance in Scotland.
Brigadoon (1954) – A musical fantasy about two Americans discovering a mystical Scottish village that appears once every hundred years.

Outlander (2014 – Present) – A popular TV series mixing historical drama with fantasy, focusing on a World War II nurse transported back to the Jacobite era, intertwining romance with real historical events.
Rebellion (2016 – 2019) – Though about the Irish Easter Rising, it shares themes of resistance and rebellion similar to the Jacobite uprisings.

Documentaries

“Scotland: The Promised Land” (2017) – A series that explores Scotland’s social and political history, covering themes like migration, industrialization, and identity.
“A History of Scotland” (2008-2009) – Hosted by Neil Oliver, this BBC series provides a detailed and engaging look at Scotland’s history from the earliest times to the present.
“Scotland: A People’s History” (2019) – Focuses on the lives of ordinary Scots through history, with real-life stories and insights.
“Rise of the Clans” (2018) – A documentary-style dramatization of the fierce clan battles that shaped Scotland’s history, including the Wars of Scottish Independence.

“The Bruce: The Man, The Myth, The Legend” (2016) – A documentary about Robert the Bruce, his leadership, and the wars for Scotland’s independence.
“The Secret History of the British Isles” (2018) – Neil Oliver explores the forgotten stories of Scotland and the UK, including battles, myths, and key historical figures.
“Culloden” (1964) – A powerful docudrama about the Battle of Culloden (1746), filmed in a style similar to modern war reporting.

“Scotland’s War of Independence” (2020) – Covers the Jacobite rebellions, including key battles and political intrigue.
“The Highland Clearances” (2013) – Examines the forced evictions of Highlanders in the 18th and 19th centuries, which changed Scotland forever.
“The True Story of Bonnie Prince Charlie” (2015) – A documentary on the failed Jacobite uprising of 1745 and its aftermath.

Would you like recommendations on any specific periods or events in Scottish history?