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Secrets of the Railways

2019

Secrets of the Railways

2019
These are the Secrets of the Railways, railroads constructed during turbulent periods and associated with mankind's ugliest deeds.
Titans of the Deep

2017

Titans of the Deep

2017
More than 50 million years ago, the ancestors of the Whales and other Cetaceans adapted to living in the ocean. This might seem like a backward step: how could a mammal breathe, give birth, suckle its young, sleep and feed underwater? Nonetheless, they succeeded in conquering the depths of the whole planet. To survive, they developed mysterious means of communication and new hunting techniques.
Kingdoms of Sumeria

2018

Kingdoms of Sumeria

2018
Delve into the mysterious origins of our first civilization, the Sumerians. From the very first records we have, evidence shows they were advanced, that knowledge was preserved for a time by successive cultures, some knowledge faded out whilst other knowledge survived.
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!
Missing Kenley

2022

Missing Kenley

2022
A five-episode docuseries, "Missing Kenley" explores the case of Kenley Matheson, who vanished after leaving his dorm for a party on September 21, 1992. The series includes interviews with people who knew Kenley and possible suspects.
Dead or Alive

2013

Dead or Alive

2013
What happens when wild animals and humans collide? Each episode in this new series features a dramatic recreation of a deadly predator attacking an unsuspecting victim, resulting in either a story of incredible survival or a story of tragic and sudden death.
Black Love

2017

Black Love

2017
6
Love stories from the black community explore the secrets behind successful marriages.
It Takes a Thief

2005

It Takes a Thief

2005
7
A unique series offering viewers something they've never seen before: an actual home burglary, live, as it happens. Hosted by two reformed ex-cons, It Takes a Thief exposes the security flaws of a home by unleashing two uniquely qualified experts - ex-burglars - who will provide vital insights into the workings of the criminal mind.
Tom Kerridge's Proper Pub Food

2013

Tom Kerridge's Proper Pub Food

2013
5
Tom Kerridge, famed for cooking food that has won him two Michelin stars in his own pub, shows how to cook dishes at home inspired by British pub classics.
The Biblical Plagues

2012

The Biblical Plagues

2012
3.5
Scholars, scientists and archeologists offer possible explanations for the plagues described in the biblical Book of Exodus.
Who Owns the World

2024

Who Owns the World

2024
Exploring the big players in the global marketplace, the ripple effect of an ownership concentration that is vast and covert, and the innovation in tech and policy that sustains an ever-growing demand for essential goods. The series delves into the ownership and sustainability of vital elements that underpin our daily lives: Energy, Food, Land and Transportation.Exploring the big players in the global marketplace, the ripple effect of an ownership concentration that is vast and covert, and the innovation in tech and policy that sustains an ever-growing demand for essential goods. The series delves into the ownership and sustainability of vital elements that underpin our daily lives: Energy, Food, Land and Transportation.
Retro Report on PBS

2019

Retro Report on PBS

2019
4.5
Making sense of the present by revealing the past. Journalists Celeste Headlee and Masud Olufani connect the present to the past through four distinct and varied stories, and New Yorker humorist Andy Borowitz adds his signature wit.
Cathedral

2005

Cathedral

2005
Cathedral is an educational television miniseries of five episodes first broadcast in 2005 by the BBC. It describes the construction of five cathedrals in the United Kingdom: ⁕Canterbury Cathedral ⁕Lincoln Cathedral ⁕Winchester Cathedral ⁕St. Giles' Cathedral ⁕York Minster The show features historical re-enactments using actors and CGI.
The Jury Speaks

2017

The Jury Speaks

2017
Reexamining some of the most high-profile and controversial cases in history through the eyes of the people who served on the original jury. Each episode delves into a new case including Michael Jackson, OJ Simpson, George Zimmerman and Robert Durst, as jurors uncover what really happened inside the courtroom.
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.
Last Chance Garage

2024

Last Chance Garage

2024
Specialty car restoration mistakes are much more common than you'd think, and each episode of LAST CHANCE GARAGE features a car with a horrifying backstory: multiple shops, years lost, and tens of thousands of dollars in sunk costs. On the flip side of that struggle, audiences will see the customer and learn about their unique - and often deeply personal - connection to their car.
Life on Fire

2010

Life on Fire

2010
A close up look at volcanoes, providing viewers with a never seen before look at their effect on the environment around them. Each episode paints survival stories around different volcanoes. From the dark abyss to pristine snow-capped peaks, spectacular scenery provides the backdrop for the extraordinary animals and plants that have learned to juggle with fire.
Colombia - Wild and Free

2022

Colombia - Wild and Free

2022
10
Journey to South America to explore the magnificent flora and fauna of Colombia, from the wild, largely deserted Pacific coast to the snow-covered volcanoes of the Andes, from the plains of the Orinoco region to the rainforests of the Amazon.
Extreme Treks

2014

Extreme Treks

2014
Join Ryan again on his most recent Extreme Treks series. Extreme Treks is part adventure, part exploration, and part education. The best way to understand and respect the world around us is to put yourself right in the path of Mother Nature.
Ocean Warriors

2016

Ocean Warriors

2016
8
It takes viewers to the front lines of the battle to save the world’s oceans. From the vast tuna fisheries of the Western Pacific to the Antarctic’s remote Southern Ocean and the coral reefs of Tanzania, audiences watch as a global network of activists, journalists and scientists risk their lives to battle poachers and organized crime on the high seas.