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Standoff: The FBI, Power and Paranoia

2026

Standoff: The FBI, Power and Paranoia

2026
Follows the relationships between FBI directors and the presidents they serve, examining James Comey's clash with Donald Trump, J. Edgar Hoover with Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton with Louis Freeh, and George W. Bush with Robert Mueller.
Beyond the Brush

2026

Beyond the Brush

2026
10
This series takes you on a journey through the ages of art, exploring the evolution of creativity across centuries. Each episode uncovers hidden secrets, personal struggles, and the cultural shifts that shaped history's greatest masterpieces. From the brushstrokes of genius to the untold stories behind the canvas, we reveal how every work of art holds far more than meets the eye.
Predator Hunters

2026

Predator Hunters

2026
Each episode follows three investigations from the first digital clue through undercover online conversations and coordinated law enforcement operations, culminating in dramatic takedowns and arrests. Featuring exclusive, never-before-seen chat logs, raw bodycam footage, and in-depth police interviews, the series reveals how predators operate and the relentless work required to stop them. A recognized expert in the field, Tony Godwin assists law enforcement agencies nationwide, leading to the removal of hundreds of predators from the streets and out of the shadows.
Lost Women of Alaska

2026

Lost Women of Alaska

2026
8
The brutal murders of two Alaska Native women and the shocking investigation that led authorities to their sadistic killer
The Coach Vick Experience

2026

The Coach Vick Experience

2026
NFL legend Michael Vick returns home to VA as head coach of Norfolk State, determined to revive the struggling HBCU football program with his family by his side and everything on the line.
History's Deadliest with Ving Rhames

2026

History's Deadliest with Ving Rhames

2026
6
The stories of astonishing places, people and events throughout history that have killed in the most spectacular ways. Each episode reveals the strange truths behind the world's most prolific and powerful killers: from criminals, tyrants and natural disasters to the deadliest weapons, battles - or even islands.
Pole to Pole with Will Smith

2026

Pole to Pole with Will Smith

2026
6.4
Inspired by his late mentor, Will Smith spends 100 days facing extreme challenges, venturing from pole to pole with scientists, explorers and experts.
Desert Law

2026

Desert Law

2026
10
When the blistering Arizona sun finally sets over Tucson’s Sonoran Desert, the temperature drops—and the crime rises. With elite access to one of the largest sheriff’s departments in America, “Desert Law” follows the high-intensity work of the Pima County Sheriff’s Department—its patrol deputies, DUI unit, and night detectives—as they cover more than 9,000 square miles of rugged terrain, taking on the trouble that thrives after dark. Immersed in the pressure and danger of policing the desert night, the series captures a world where the spirit of the Old West still lingers and the fight for order never ends.
Crime in Progress

2026

Crime in Progress

2026
7.3
The story of each crime is woven together through raw, unfiltered video from the point of view of officer body cam and surveillance footage for a first-hand look at justice in action. Each episode follows the entire arc of an investigation - capturing crimes as they unfold in real time, exactly as they happened, with no reenactments or narration. From the first 911 call to the final verdict, every angle, every split-second decision, and every pulse-pounding confrontation is presented in vivid detail. The result is a visceral, edge-of-your-seat experience where viewers feel the weight of responsibility as officers make instant, life-altering choices, giving an unparalleled, 360-degree view of each case.
The American Revolution

2025

The American Revolution

2025
5.5
The American Revolution was at once a war for independence, a war of conquest, a civil war, and a world war, fought by neighbors on American farms and between global powers an ocean or more away. It impacted millions from Vermont’s Green Mountains to the swamps of South Carolina, from Indian Country to the Iberian Peninsula. In defeating the British Empire and giving birth to a new nation, the American Revolution turned the world upside-down. Thirteen colonies on the Atlantic Coast united in rebellion, won their independence, and established a republic that still endures. The American Revolution will present the story of the men and women of the Revolutionary generation, their humanity in victory and defeat, and the crisis that they lived through.
Hoarding for the Holidays

2025

Hoarding for the Holidays

2025
Step inside the glittering traditions of extreme holiday decorators and festive collectors. From couples divided over decor overload to families juggling joy with storage, see the outrageous world of those whose passion for the season knows no bounds.
Killer Grannies

2025

Killer Grannies

2025
10
Killer Grannies is a true-crime documentary series on Oxygen True Crime that profiles shocking real-life cases where grandmothers turn into cold-blooded killers. Hosted by June Squibb, each self-contained episode follows investigators as they unravel the sinister plots and dark deeds of a seemingly innocent, maternal matriarch of a family.
Kingdom

2025

Kingdom

2025
7.1
Filmed across five years in a single spectacular location, the lives and fates of our four families - leopards, hyenas, wild dogs, and lions - are inextricably linked as they strive for a foothold in a remote and fertile river valley in Zambia.
Murder on Trial

2025

Murder on Trial

2025
10
Detectives chase leads, prosecutors face defense attorneys, and juries wrestle with decisions.
Bigfoot Took Her

2025

Bigfoot Took Her

2025
Investigator of the unexplained Jessica Chobot, along with law enforcement official Robert Collier, take a fresh look at one of the most bizarre unsolved missing persons cases in modern history, the disappearance of teenager Theresa Bier.
About Face

2025

About Face

2025
Elite surgeons in Los Angeles tackle some of the most complex facial reconstruction cases, helping patients with severe deformities and rare conditions reclaim dignity, hope, and a chance at a new life.
Tony Shalhoub Breaking Bread

2025

Tony Shalhoub Breaking Bread

2025
5.5
The six-episode series shows the authentic Tony behind the neurotic characters he plays — a passionate food lover who makes bread and breaks bread with local bakers, top chefs, home cooks and everyone in between.
The Friday the 13th Murders

2025

The Friday the 13th Murders

2025
8.1
Explores real killings that unfold on or around the infamous date, revealing how Friday the 13th transforms from superstition into a real-life horror story.
Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks

2025

Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks

2025
A 3-part series exploring Universal's film and theme park legacy through rare footage and celebrity interviews, leading up to Epic Universe's opening. Features exclusive archives and behind-the-scenes access.
The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher

2025

The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher

2025
10
The first true-crime series told through the eyes of Barbara Butcher, one of the most seasoned and respected Death Investigators to work in New York. After more than 20 years in the field, Butcher will unpack the stories behind some of the most compelling murders of our times - revealing that the keys to solving the case are often contained in the wealth of information held by the crime scene and the body that lies within it.