The Romanoffs is an anthology drama series created, written, directed, and executive produced by Matthew Weiner. The series centers on eight separate stories about people who believe themselves to be the modern-day descendants of the Russian royal family. Each episode features a different cast, setting, and narrative, exploring themes of identity, legacy, and the human desire to belong to something greater than oneself. Spanning across the globe, the series moves from Paris to New York, Mexico City, and beyond, examining the lives of individuals whose lives are touched by the myth of the Romanov dynasty. Through a mix of dark comedy, psychological drama, and social commentary, the show questions the validity of these claims and the impact that such a belief has on the characters' personal relationships and self-perception.