Discover over 100 original, family-produced films documenting the profound history of Catholic saints and martyrs. For 19 years, our unique cinematic biographies have been trusted by families and parishes globally and broadcast across international Catholic networks. Our extensive collection spans centuries of faith, including the early Saxon saints, profound mystics, global founders, 20th-century witnesses, and dedicated catechetical films for children. We specialize heavily in Tudor history and the English Reformation, bringing the thrilling stories of hidden priest holes and the English martyrs to life for historians, schools, and historical societies. Our films—including our popular educational Box Sets for Confirmation classes—are individually pressed on region-free DVDs. We invite you to browse our collections and purchase worldwide via our official storefronts on Etsy and eBay.
How to Order Our DVDs Worldwide:
As a small family-run team, we use Etsy and eBay to securely handle our global sales, secure tracking, and international checkout. Every single one of our 100+ titles is available on region-free DVD and ready for worldwide distribution. No matter what country you are ordering from, you can browse our complete inventory, see local pricing, and have our films shipped directly to your doorstep.
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Featured DVDs by Mary’s Dowry Productions
The English Martyrs Collection (Box Set)
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The Story: Captivating and heroic testimonies of the brave men and women who kept the Catholic faith alive during the dangerous Reformation era.
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Historical Era: Tudor & Elizabethan England.
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Best For: Confirmation preparation classes, parish study groups, and British history enthusiasts.
Saint Edmund Campion
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The Story: The thrilling life of the brilliant scholar turned underground Jesuit priest, detailing his secret ministries, narrow escapes, and ultimate martyrdom.
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Historical Era: Elizabethan Era (16th Century).
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Best For: High school students, history societies, and anyone interested in historic priest holes.
Saint Margaret Clitherow
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The Story: The inspiring, moving biography of the "Pearl of York"—a courageous wife and mother who secretly hid priests in her home at the cost of her life.
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Historical Era: Tudor England.
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Best For: Catholic families, women’s ministries, and those captivated by hidden Catholic history.
31 Catechetical Films (6-DVD Box Set)
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The Story: A comprehensive educational series featuring short, engaging 5-to-7-minute films designed to teach young people both the lives of the saints and core Catholic doctrines.
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What's Included: Beautiful biographies of seven ancient Saxon saints alongside dedicated lessons on Church teachings, including the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
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Best For: Confirmation preparation, Catholic schools, parish youth ministries, and family faith formation.
20th Century Witnesses
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The Story: Powerful, modern-day accounts of faith, courage, and dedication in the face of the massive cultural and political shifts of the 1900s.
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Historical Era: The 20th Century.
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Best For: Modern history students, general family viewing, and catechetical lessons.