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The Living Edens

1997

The Living Edens

1997
The Living Edens was a Public Broadcasting Service series that began in 1997. Narrators included Peter Coyote and Linda Hunt. Its most recent episode was broadcast in 2003. It was partially funded by Reader's Digest in exchange for various marketing rights. Its state-of-the-art cinematography creates an intimate sense of place and captures a world of wonder, transporting viewers to isolated, undisturbed corners of the globe so pure they remind us of how the ancient world once was.
BINI Docuseries

2024

BINI Docuseries

2024
The nation's girl group BINI truly lives up to its name, taking the country by storm. Follow their journey from humble beginnings to massive success in this three-part documentary series.
Big Little Journeys

2023

Big Little Journeys

2023
8
Dive into the extraordinary worlds of six tiny animals as they embark on the biggest journeys of their lives.
The Secret Life of Books

2014

The Secret Life of Books

2014
Classic books are considered with a fresh eye. Returning to the authors' original manuscripts and letters, expert writers and performers bring their personal insights to these great works.
Anchor To The Future

2025

Anchor To The Future

2025
"Anchor Point" focuses on key "anchor points" in global technological innovation. Through a "scientist dialogue with scientist" format—a cutting-edge global technological hotspot, a strategic scientist, and a science talk show host with both academic background and public communication skills—it aims to create insightful scientific dialogues, popularize scientific knowledge, and improve the public's scientific literacy.
Attack on Pearl Harbor: Minute by Minute

2021

Attack on Pearl Harbor: Minute by Minute

2021
6.8
Covers the 1941 Japanese military strike on a Hawaiian naval base in never before seen detail.
The Pilgrimage of Hsuan Tsang

2011

The Pilgrimage of Hsuan Tsang

2011
10
NFL- The Super Bowl

1967

NFL- The Super Bowl

1967
Highlights of the NFL The Super Bowl
Whale Adventure with Nigel Marven

2013

Whale Adventure with Nigel Marven

2013
5
Paquirri

2009

Paquirri

2009
Unsolved Mysteries: Ghosts

1990

Unsolved Mysteries: Ghosts

1990
8
Showcases true stories of paranormal experiences, presented in a documentary format by host Robert Stack. These episodes delve into unexplained phenomena, including ghostly encounters, haunted locations, and other mysterious occurrences, often involving witnesses, relatives, and government officials.
SOS: Extreme Rescues

2024

SOS: Extreme Rescues

2024
10
Saving lives in a place like no other takes an emergency service like no other. In the stunning, wild landscape of Eryri, also known as Snowdonia, dedicated teams stand by to help.
National Treasures: The Art of Collecting

2019

National Treasures: The Art of Collecting

2019
The great art collectors of the world reveal their most valuable treasures.
The Grand Party Hotel

2020

The Grand Party Hotel

2020
We meet staff and guests behind the scenes at Liverpool’s craziest hotel. It has party suites for up to 24 people in one room, but can the staff cope with the unusual demands?
WW2 Treasure Hunters

2017

WW2 Treasure Hunters

2017
7.5
WW2 Treasure Hunters pairs Britain's foremost amateur WW2 detectorist with Madness frontman Suggs, as they uncover historical finds from across the UK. Using state-of-the-art technology, original WW2 archives and maps, the pair work together to identify the best places to dig at forgotten sites, including former military bases, airfields, POW camps and barracks. Once located, they then go on to perform extensive digs to excavate the relics. As the artefacts are unearthed, the presenters turn detective, revealing the stories and people behind the finds. They meet with survivors, experts and historians to understand what happened at each of the locations.
Behind the Opening Ceremony: The Director's Cut

2022

Behind the Opening Ceremony: The Director's Cut

2022
7
This riveting, behind-the-scenes look reveals the massive project to create the opening spectacle for Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics. Set in the iconic 'Bird's Nest,' the story is told in the words of key figures involved, including director Zhang Yimou.
Gangland Chronicles

2024

Gangland Chronicles

2024
Gangland Chronicles offers an inside look at some of the world’s most notorious criminal organizations. Each episode explores three legendary moments from a specific underworld group, ranging from mafias and cartels to motorcycle gangs and prison gangs. The series spotlights lucrative money-making rackets, deadly turf wars, iconic mob hits, crafty informants, and federal takedowns. Featuring infamous gangsters such as Al Capone, Pablo Escobar, El Chapo, John Gotti, Whitey Bulger, and Sonny Barger. Interviews with journalists, authors, and former members of these organizations offer an exclusive window into the inner workings of these groups.
Cornwall with Simon Reeve

2020

Cornwall with Simon Reeve

2020
Simon Reeve travels through glorious Cornwall as the county emerges from lockdown and investigates what the future holds for one of Britain’s favourite tourist destinations.
Hometown Homicide

2018

Hometown Homicide

2018
7.8
Using the urgency and intimacy of local news footage, the stories of murder investigations that turned small towns and communities upside down are recounted.
Mysterious Places

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Mysterious Places

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"Mysterious Places with Stacy Keach" is a documentary series that explores the world's most intriguing lost cities, bizarre formations, and sacred sites. The series, hosted by Stacy Keach, investigates locations like the Mayan Yucatan, Loch Ness, and Tombstone, delving into legends surrounding King Arthur and more. It features original footage filmed on location throughout the world.