Movies like Princess Ka'iulani

Directed by Sofia Coppola, Marie Antoinette focuses on the life of the infamous Queen of France. While set in a different time and place, like Princess Ka'iulani, it offers a visually stunning portrayal of a young royal's life, filled with the excesses of royalty and the weight of looming political revolution.

Elizabeth showcases the early years of Elizabeth I's reign, detailing her journey to secure her place as the Queen of England. Fans of Princess Ka'iulani might enjoy the blend of historical intrigue, romance, and the depiction of a young female monarch asserting her authority.

Terrence Malick's The New World portrays the interactions between Native American tribes and European settlers, with a focus on the story of Pocahontas. Like Princess Ka'iulani, it deals with themes of cultural collision, colonial impact, and features strong, nuanced performances in a sumptuously filmed historical setting.

Following the early years of Queen Victoria's reign, The Young Victoria dives into the historical and romantic aspects of a young monarch's life. Fans of Princess Ka'iulani will appreciate this historically rooted drama that also centers on a strong, young female lead grappling with the responsibilities of leadership.

With its similar late 19th-century time frame, Anna and the King features the story of Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher in the Royal Court of Siam. Audiences who enjoy historical dramas that depict strong characters in complex political landscapes will find resonance with Princess Ka'iulani.