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Secrets of the Universe

2013

Secrets of the Universe

2013
10
Follows a trail of energy into the power centers of the universe. Each program visualizes these realms based on current scientific data and uses state of the art supercomputer simulations. Dive into the heart of a supermassive black hole, fly down onto the toxic landscapes of alien planets and ride along the roiling surface of a star that's about to explode!
Action Figure Adventure

2020

Action Figure Adventure

2020
Follow collector Jay Bartlett across North America as he hopes to build the ultimate action figure auction in the name of charity.
The Misadventures of Romesh Ranganathan

2018

The Misadventures of Romesh Ranganathan

2018
6.6
Comedian and TV presenter Romesh Ranganathan travels way beyond his comfort zone and the world of complimentary breakfast buffets to some of the most beautiful, but dangerous, places on earth.
Mary Beard's Ultimate Rome: Empire Without Limit

2016

Mary Beard's Ultimate Rome: Empire Without Limit

2016
7.6
In this four-part series classicist and historian, Professor Mary Beard draws on her immense scholarship, unique viewpoints and myth-busting approach to Roman history, to give her definitive take on the Roman Empire. How and why did it happen? In search of answers, she takes us to the most telling sites and the most revealing artifacts, and she examines the legacy the Roman Empire has left behind.
The Great Smog: Winter of '52

2022

The Great Smog: Winter of '52

2022
6
Dr Xand Van Tulleken and Raksha Dave investigate the Great Smog of 1952 - the deadliest environmental disaster ever recorded and one of the world's worst peacetime catastrophes. Lasting just over four days, the Great Smog plunged London into a terrifyingly murky gloom - the acrid pollution seeping into homes, leaving Londoners gasping for breath, shutting down transport and emergency services, and overwhelming hospitals and undertakers alike.
A Team Called SPAIN: The Road to the Fourth Win

2024

A Team Called SPAIN: The Road to the Fourth Win

2024
8.7
'A Team Called Spain' is the intimate account of a national team that has been the protagonist of one of the most surprising feats in the history of Spanish sport. Through four vibrant episodes, the frenetic pace of the competition and the coexistence of footballers with very different personalities converge in a story that takes your breath away.
Raiders of the lost art

2014

Raiders of the lost art

2014
7.5
Throughout history, some of the world's most amazing works of art have simply disappeared. Through re-enactment, rare archive, and expert comment we see how these treasures were looted, stolen or vanished into the archives. Some have been recovered but many more are still waiting to be found
My Year 7 Life

2017

My Year 7 Life

2017
In My Year 7 Life, 16 diverse kids from around the country were given cameras to document their transition from primary school to high school.
Lion Country

2010

Lion Country

2010
Drag Heals

2018

Drag Heals

2018
4.8
RuPaul brought Drag Race into the homes of millions and made the once taboo art form mainstream. This newfound renaissance has inspired a new generation to explore the art of drag and challenge the constructs of gender. While RuPaul’s Drag Race is a competition, Drag Heals is a documentary journey that follows men who have never worn heels or make-up but have always dreamed of letting their inner drag queen out. These men (and aspiring queens!) enter Canada’s first ever Drag class to explore how to create a compelling drag persona based on personal experience. For most, this is akin to a second coming out process. The culmination of the workshops will be a public performance where they will face down their fears of stepping into the limelight. Drag is typically viewed from a distance; Drag Heals gives unparalleled access to the creation of a performance that is more than just your average lip sync.
Secret Nature

2004

Secret Nature

2004
For 30 years Oxford Scientific Films has concentrated on animals that are difficult to film and action that is often impossible to appreciate with the naked eye. In Secret Nature, we open the treasure trove of world class images that includes stunning timelapse, slow motion, high speed and macro sequences.
The First 48: Missing Persons

2011

The First 48: Missing Persons

2011
6.8
The First 48: Missing Persons is an American documentary television series on A&E. The series debuted on June 2, 2011, with the second season premiering on March 15, 2012.
Great British Ships

2018

Great British Ships

2018
5.5
Visiting the ships as they stand today, Rob Bell will reveal how and why these monumental vessels were originally built. He’ll uncover a murder on board on the Cutty Sark, reveal the mystery of why the Mary Rose sank and discover how HMS Belfast helped turn the tide on D-Day. From Nelson on board HMS Victory to Sir Francis Drake on the Golden Hind, Rob will reveal how daring, genius and dazzling invention led to Britain becoming the world’s greatest sea power.
The Great Barrier Reef: A Living Treasure

2021

The Great Barrier Reef: A Living Treasure

2021
7.5
The Great Barrier Reef is a living, breathing organism supporting the richest, most complex ecosystem on the planet.
The Private Lives of the Tudors

2016

The Private Lives of the Tudors

2016
Lives, loves and scandals - this new and exclusive three-part series takes an intimate look behind the closed doors of one of the most celebrated royal dynasties in British constitutional history. Based on a book by Tracy Borman and presented by Tracy, the series is packed with atmospheric reconstructions bringing to life history's enduring personalities, including Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I, and the age in which they lived. From known historical scandal, to the minute details of Tudor habits and rituals, this series is entirely dedicated to revealing the 'private' aspects of life at court.
The Crusaders

2020

The Crusaders

2020
Documentary about the three different orders of Crusader knights from 1000 AD to 1500 AD
America's Hidden History

2018

America's Hidden History

2018
A series of short documentaries in talk show format loosely related to US holidays. In which they imply a cover-up of historical figures who prayed. No actual plot.
Wildest Places

2019

Wildest Places

2019
10
Wildest Places is a 12-part television documentary series exploring some of the most incredible natural habitats on the planet and an extraordinarily diverse range of wildlife. With series titled Wildest Pacific, Wildest Antarctica and Wildest Australia, it includes amazing never-before-seen footage filmed over more than 10 years. Wildest Places is a visual feast that showcases astonishing aspects of animal life in an untamed world and features rarely captured animal behaviours in remote habitats.
Jo Brand's Cats & Kittens

2017

Jo Brand's Cats & Kittens

2017
7
This British documentary series focuses on comedian Jo Brand and the RSPCA as they help different cats and kittens in need.
10 Puppies and Us

2017

10 Puppies and Us

2017
Charting the ups and downs of ten puppies and their families through their all important first six months together.