A list of movies and TV shows to watch before going to France, focusing on a range of regions and periods in history. This list will inspire you to explore the country beyond Paris and chronicle significant moments and persons in French history.

A list of movies and TV shows to watch before visiting Paris, to help inspire any and all upcoming trips to this magical city.

Perhaps you’ve seen Outlander already and have decided the Scottish Highlands are for you, or perhaps it was Braveheart and Mel Gibson’s portrayal of William Wallace. Whatever it was that encouraged you to go to Scotland, here is a list of movies and TV shows to further inspire you to embrace haggis, kilts, and the Loch Ness monster.