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Porn King: The Rise & Fall of Ron Jeremy

2022

Porn King: The Rise & Fall of Ron Jeremy

2022
5.6
The world's biggest porn star faces 34 counts of rape and sexual assault. This is the inside story of Jeremy's 40 year career and how his alleged crimes came to light.
Action

2024

Action

2024
9
An adrenaline-fueled docuseries following filmmaker David Leitch and Kelly McCormick's 87North stunt team as they take center stage.
Life Matters

2016

Life Matters

2016
9.2
Everything's Gonna Be All White

2022

Everything's Gonna Be All White

2022
1.8
A deep dive into America's past and present through the experiences of people of color. The docuseries marries humor with history as it confronts the facets of racism, exploitation and discrimination that contributed to the formation of America.
The Thames: Britain's Great River with Tony Robinson

2019

The Thames: Britain's Great River with Tony Robinson

2019
10
The actor and television presenter embarks upon a 200-mile journey from source to sea to discover what makes the Thames one of the greatest rivers in the world.
Shakespeare Uncovered

2012

Shakespeare Uncovered

2012
7.5
Celebrity hosts guide viewers through William Shakespeare's plays in performance. Each episode serves as a primer for newcomers to Shakespeare while serving up enough historical and theatrical insights to enchant lifelong fans.
NYPD 24/7

2004

NYPD 24/7

2004
This 7-part ABC News documentary series gives an intensive, up-close look at the day-to-day life of the New York City Police Department. ABC News' cameras were given unprecedented access to the closed ranks for 16 months, following some of the men and women of the largest police force in the nation.
America or Busted

2004

America or Busted

2004
10
Busted (James Bourne, Charlie Simpson and Matt Willis) have conquered the UK and now they're going over to the US of A to take on a whole new challenge. Watch them weekly trying to make it big in a whole different country, where nobody knows who they are.
The Conspiracy

2024

The Conspiracy

2024
10
"The Conspiracy", a documentary series directed by António-Pedro Vasconcelos, is the result of a meticulous investigation that includes exclusive testimonies from protagonists who managed to achieve in less than 24 hours, something that many others had not achieved in 48 years. From the secret meetings to the key characters, we are shown the extraordinary conspiratorial process that began in the summer of 1973 and culminated in the early hours of April 25, 1974, with the overthrow of the Estado Novo and the conquest of freedom. The rest, as they say, is history.
EPIX Presents Unprotected Sets

2018

EPIX Presents Unprotected Sets

2018
1
Each episode of this docuseries presents a compelling portrait of a comedian on the verge of breaking out to become the next big name in comedy. The diverse lineup of breakout talent offers insights into the motivations behind baring one’s soul for a living.
Exhibit A

2019

Exhibit A

2019
7.1
This true crime series shows how innocent people have been convicted with dubious forensic techniques and tools such as touch DNA and cadaver dogs
The IFC Media Project

2008

The IFC Media Project

2008
The IFC Media Project is an American television series which aired on the Independent Film Channel in the United States. The show is a documentary series which examines America's news media and seeks to uncover the truth about the news. In its first two seasons it was hosted by award winning journalist Gideon Yago and featured in-depth reporting on controversial topics facing today's media through its use of interviews and documentary footage. In the third season, the show dropped its "magazine-style" format and focused each episode on telling 22-minute short documentaries under the tagline "4 Nights, 4 Journalists, 4 Stories." The third season follows award-winning journalists Max Blumenthal, Nir Rosen, Charlie LeDuff and Andrew Berends. The series is filmed at various locations and is produced by Meghan O'Hara and Nick McKinney.
Rich Kids of Instagram

2016

Rich Kids of Instagram

2016
`Rich Kids of Instagram' explores the world of young and wealthy teenagers who share their jet-set lifestyles on social media. The episodes follow individuals as they spend their cash, shopping in exclusive boutiques, partying around the globe, being chauffeured in statement cars and pampering themselves. Some of the 16 Instagram favourites featuring on the show include property heir Emir, American party boy Timothy and flash schoolboy Adil.
Wheel Blacks: Bodies on the Line

2024

Wheel Blacks: Bodies on the Line

2024
This three-part docuseries follows New Zealand's wheelchair rugby team in their bid to qualify for the Paris Paralympics. Despite having to rely on fundraising, charity, and volunteers, these Kiwi underdogs are determined to rise to the challenge.
Building The Dream

2013

Building The Dream

2013
8
Many people think building their dream home is out of their budget. But it doesn't have to be. As far as architectural designer Charlie Luxton is concerned, it doesn't have to break the bank, and he wants to prove it. As presenter of `Building the Dream', Luxton works with potential homeowners looking to turn a plot of land into their dream home that suits their lifestyles but doesn't cost too much to build. He helps them get the best out of their designs and introduces them to others who have created their own dream homes. The first-time builders then must choose whether to take the advice under consideration in their designs or ignore it and stick to their original plans.
Shaun Ryder on UFOs

2013

Shaun Ryder on UFOs

2013
A look at major cases
The Ascent of Money

2008

The Ascent of Money

2008
8
Historian Niall Ferguson tells the story of money and the rise of global finance. Bringing context and understanding to the current economic crisis, he reveals how the history of finance has been punctuated by gut-wrenching crashes.
Unknown Serial Killers of America

2025

Unknown Serial Killers of America

2025
Explores the chilling cases of lesser-known serial killers whose crimes went unnoticed for years, leaving a trail of fear and unsolved murders before they were finally caught.
Michael Phelps: Medals, Memories & More

2021

Michael Phelps: Medals, Memories & More

2021
The three-part documentary series features Phelps looking back at each race of his Olympic career with NBC Sports swimming commentators Dan Hicks and Rowdy Gaines.
The Unexplained Files

2013

The Unexplained Files

2013
5.5
From strange abductions, to mutated species, to bizarre occurrences, there are some phenomena that science cannot - or will not - explain. This summer Science Channel unveils some of these shocking and mind-boggling cases from around the world in the world premiere series THE UNEXPLAINED FILES. From mysterious disappearances and UFO encounters, to unidentified fanged predators and reported curses, THE UNEXPLAINED FILES investigates actual, inexplicable occurrences that have confounded scientists and inspired legends. Science Channel invites viewers on a mystifying journey that will challenge disbelief with THE UNEXPLAINED FILES.