Top Romance Shows on PBS

Published on September 26, 2023 by Madisson Haynes

Join us as we delve into the captivating world of PBS's top romance shows, from classics that have stood the test of time to hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Whether you're a die-hard romantic or simply in search of a heartwarming story or two, PBS has something extraordinary to offer.

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Marie Antoinette

Marie Antoinette is just a teenager when she leaves Austria to marry the Dauphin of France. At Versailles, under the complex rules of the French court, she suffers from not being able to live her life the way she wants, under pressure to continue the Bourbon line and secure the Franco-Austrian alliance. This series is full of tension, romance, turmoil and our favorite ... drama.

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Sanditon

What's more romantic than true love found at a seaside resort? Not much (according to us). Sanditon is based on Jane Austen’s final and unfinished novel and tells the story of Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams), a spirited and somewhat impulsive young woman who travels from her rural English home to an up-and-coming seaside resort town to reinvent herself. Will Charlotte get her happily-ever-after? Seasons 1-3 are available with PBS Passport.

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Hotel Portofino

Set in the breathtakingly beautiful Italian seaside town of Portofino during the "Roaring 20s," Season 2 begins in the summer of 1927 as Bella Ainsworth is still devoting all her energy into making Hotel Portofino a success.

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Lakeshore Classic Movies | Cyrano De Bergerac (1950)

Lakeshore Classic Movies bring you a variety of classic films from the golden age of Hollywood, including the 1950 version of Cyrano De Bergerac starring Jose Ferrer. In this film, Cyrano is admired by his men for his courage, swordsmanship and mighty wit but he is hopelessly lost in love and unable to profess his feelings to the beautiful Roxane out of fear he will be rejected because of his appearance. Check it out now!

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Sisi: Austrian Empress

Witness the rise of Empress Elisabeth of Austria--Sisi--from the perspective of her closest confidants. From Walter Presents, in German with English subtitles.

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All Creatures Great & Small

Cute animals and serendipitous romance? Count us in. James Herriot’s adventures as a veterinarian in 1930’s Yorkshire get a glorious new adaptation in a series based on his internationally celebrated books. Nicholas Ralph makes his television debut as the iconic vet who became renowned for his inspiring humor, compassion and love of life. PBS Passport members can watch on the PBS App.

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