I've recently commenced viewing the acclaimed Starz series "Black Sails" (2014) now available on Netflix. Despite it not being my typical genre preference, I found the historical fiction portrayal of Nassau pre-Treasure Island compelling. It was surprising to learn that Toby Stephens, who portrays Captain Flint, is the son of Maggie Smith.
There’s a good balance of great acting, mystery, history, sex, shirtless men (and sometimes naked men with full frontal nudity), and great writing.