Research Guides: Medieval Studies: Medieval Film & Adaptations

Medievalism in Other Formats

The medieval world is referenced or adapted in a variety of formats such as literature, films, and TV. This page will help you find scholarship about modern adaptations of medieval literature as well as medievalism in modern culture.

Medieval History in the Movies
A list of movies, arranged thematically, on ancient and medieval themes. Most links go to IMDB, which provides, cast & crew, plot summaries, and links to reviews.
Medieval Studies on Screen

Searching by Subject

Search the library catalog for books about medievalism in literature, art, etc. by trying these subject headings.

Medievalism
Middle ages in art
Middle ages in literature
Middle ages in popular culture
Arthurian romances in art
Arthurian romances on television

Looking for adaptations? Try adding --Adaptations to your subject search following these examples:

Topics: Arthurian romances--Adaptations

Authors: Chaucer, Geoffrey, d. 1400--Adaptations