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Taboo
Steven Knight · Series · 2017
What hooked you in Taboo was the way a singular, relentless protagonist navigates a web of corruption and long-buried family secrets.
Books on the same thread
Shōgun
James Clavell · Book · 1975
Just as James Delaney disrupts the status quo in Taboo, John Blackthorne enters a foreign, rigid society where he must leverage his wits to survive complex political power struggles.
Congo
Michael Crichton · Book · 2003
Fans of the corporate conspiracy and high-stakes treasure hunting found in Taboo will appreciate this expedition, which centers on the dangerous search for diamonds amidst ruthless corporate interests.
Wifey 4 Life
Kiki Swinson · Book · 2010
This story mirrors the vengeful return of the protagonist in Taboo, focusing on a character forced back into a hostile environment where past debts demand a violent, calculated settling.
Murder in Williamstown
Kerry Greenwood · Book · 2022
If the period setting and sharp-witted justice of Taboo drew you in, you will enjoy following Miss Fisher as she navigates the rigid social hierarchies of the past with unflinching resolve.
Films on the same thread
The Foreigner
Martin Campbell · Film · 2017
Much like the vengeful journey of James Delaney in Taboo, this thriller captures the intensity of a man fueled by personal loss who dismantles systemic corruption through a relentless vendetta.
The Judge
David Dobkin · Film · 2014
The dark, complex father-son dynamic and the return to a home filled with secrets in Taboo find a modern reflection in this tense drama about legal battles and familial estrangement.
Gladiator II
Ridley Scott · Film · 2024
Like the brooding, revenge-driven atmosphere of Taboo, this epic follows a man thrust into a hostile world where he must confront the architects of his personal tragedy to reclaim legacy.
xXx: Return of Xander Cage
D.J. Caruso · Film · 2017
For those who enjoyed the clandestine operations and global stakes of Taboo, this film offers a similar thrill of a rogue operative navigating dangerous conspiracies to complete a difficult assignment.
Podcasts on the same thread
S-Town
Serial Productions · Podcast · 2024
The investigative spirit and focus on eccentric characters within a decaying, isolated setting mirror the atmosphere of mystery and social rot that defined the world of Taboo.
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
If you were captivated by the historical mystery and search for truth in Taboo, this podcast provides an equally deep dive into uncovering suppressed secrets and seeking justice for past crimes.
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Common questions
Is Taboo a historical drama?
Taboo is a 2017 television series created by Steven Knight that is set in 1814. The plot follows the adventurer James Keziah Delaney as he returns to London from Africa to seek vengeance following the death of his father.
What is the main plot of Taboo?
The story of Taboo centers on James Keziah Delaney, who arrives in London in 1814 after spending time in Africa. He possesses fourteen stolen diamonds and intends to use them to seek vengeance for the death of his father.
When does the story of Taboo take place?
The events depicted in Taboo occur in 1814. The narrative begins when the protagonist, James Keziah Delaney, returns to London from Africa carrying fourteen stolen diamonds to address the circumstances surrounding his father's death.
Who created the television series Taboo?
Taboo was created by Steven Knight. The 2017 series follows James Keziah Delaney as he returns to London from Africa in 1814 with fourteen stolen diamonds to pursue vengeance for the death of his father.