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The Apollo Chronicles

2019

The Apollo Chronicles

2019
8.5
A documentary mini-series that chronicles NASA's historic journey to the moon.
Cult Justice

2023

Cult Justice

2023
Cult Justice explores the magnetic power of criminal cult leaders—and the dramatic investigations that finally brought them to justice. Through the lens of the criminal justice system, every episode takes viewers deep inside a different modern-day cult. And—from sex trafficking and forced labour, to extortion, polygamy, and even murder—introduces the journalists, law enforcement agents, and prosecutors who gradually built the case against them. Meanwhile, brave survivors share first-hand accounts of how they were born or lured into the fold by twisted ideologies and false promises—and how they ultimately helped bring down these false prophets who thought they were above the law.
Ultimate Restorations

2014

Ultimate Restorations

2014
As pieces of our past disappear, groups all over the world are beginning to seek out unique items, many the last of their kind, and restore them. This series follows a different group of these individuals each week as they complete these restorations of these one of a kind objects, sometimes taking years and millions of dollars to do so.
Tuner Transformation

2019

Tuner Transformation

2019
Monster Garage meets Trading Spaces as expert tuners combine their efforts and use their unique abilities to transform lucky viewers rides into the ultimate performance machines. The tuners encounter all sorts of trials and tribulations while transforming every type of car known to man; from imports to domestics, street and race machines.
The New Age of Terror

2017

The New Age of Terror

2017
6
A two-part look at the evolution of terrorism and the response to it in a post-9/11 world.
What's the Right Thing to Do?

2017

What's the Right Thing to Do?

2017
Harvard Professor Michael Sandel challenges participants with difficult moral dilemmas, asking: What’s the right thing to do? Participants are made to think about subjects including immigration, robotization, discrimination, income inequality and privacy. Will they stick to their convictions or do they possess the capability to reconsider them?
Catching Killers

2020

Catching Killers

2020
7
Catching Killers is a true crime series following police and prosecutors as they apprehend and incarcerate the world's most violent killers. Each episode features two stories of murder from around the world.
The 101 Who Made The Twentieth Century

2015

The 101 Who Made The Twentieth Century

2015
7
The 20th century was a golden age that changed the course of the world rapidly, irreversibly and dramatically. The rapid technological progress of the century was built on science, exploration and other creative possibilities -- and heavily influenced by two world wars. It was based upon the actions of individuals and what they created, what they discovered and even what they destroyed. This documentary series takes a look into the 101 people who were most responsible for shaping the world and how the people view it today.
World's Greatest Mountains

2018

World's Greatest Mountains

2018
8
An exploration of the wonders of four of the world's most iconic mountains, their nature, landscape and climate, humanity's relationship with them and our obsession with conquering these peaks.
Born To Kill? Class Of Evil

2017

Born To Kill? Class Of Evil

2017
10
Not all serial killers are the same – but many share twisted desires and use similarly devious methods to get their perverse kicks. Just as many serial killers have a victim type, so there are types of murderers: from the handsome charmers, who could seduce any woman in the blink of an eye but can’t be satisfied unless they kill, to the power hungry sadists for whom there’s no pleasure without pain. This is a new twist on the globally successful ‘Born To Kill?’ series. As usual, one new killer is investigated in each episode, but this series we will be delving into the extensive ‘Born To Kill?’ archive, to draw comparisons with some of the most iconic serial killers in history.
Spectacular Spain with Alex Polizzi

2017

Spectacular Spain with Alex Polizzi

2017
Hotelier and TV presenter Alex Polizzi shares her passion for Spain's culture and people as she travels the length and breadth of the country region by region discovering hidden delights.
Transformed

2022

Transformed

2022
You will be shocked and encouraged at the Bible’s ability to pinpoint a believer’s struggle, and offer a powerful cure. With the aid of Dr. Greg Gifford and Dr. Dale Johnson, your confidence in the Bible will grow, and you will be equipped to counsel others, or yourself. You will be transformed.
Conquering Northern China

2017

Conquering Northern China

2017
7.5
Popular Youtube vloggers, SerpentZA & Laowhy86, head to the northernmost point of China on their most grueling and punishing adventure to date.
Junk Raiders

2009

Junk Raiders

2009
Junk Raiders is a 2009 Canadian reality television series that airs on The Discovery Channel and ION Life. The series follows the titular Junk Raiders, a team of seven professionals as they attempt to renovate an old steel factory in downtown Toronto and turn it into a high-end loft in one month with only a C$5500 budget. Because of the extremely limited budget, many of the materials needed must be found by freecycling: finding something unwanted for free and reusing it. For the production of the series, the team had commissioned a "junk hot-line", urging Torontonians to donate any garbage that they could use. In addition, as looking through other peoples' trash is illegal in Toronto, the show also has a special exemption that allows the team to do just that.
Navy SEALS - BUDS Class 234

2000

Navy SEALS - BUDS Class 234

2000
9
A Six Hour Series for The Discovery Channel that follows 80 candidates of Class 234 and their efforts to become US NAVY SEALS. You WILL feel the pain after watching the physical and mental challenges these candidates are faced with.
Mega Builders

2005

Mega Builders

2005
Capturing the biggest, most complex, most stressful and most dangerous engineering projects around the world, Megabuilders chronicles the most awe-inspiring construction projects in modern engineering.
The United States Military: A History of Heroes

2013

The United States Military: A History of Heroes

2013
A Tradition of Honor, A Legacy of Valor! The United States Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps have for more than two centuries proven themselves to be proud and honored defenders of America's freedoms and liberties. Experience the long and proud tradition of the men and women who served our nation's interest and advance the national cause in this dynamic 7-Part Documentary series. With new and impressive historical recreations and museum level attention to detail, this series gives viewers an exclusive look into the legendary stories of both tragedy and triumph that created - A History of Heroes.
Susan Calman's Great British Cities

2024

Susan Calman's Great British Cities

2024
7
Susan is embarking on an entertaining journey through time to find and uncover secrets often overlooked, as she delves into the stories of 6 of our great cities and the people who made them.
Lawmen Of The Old West

2014

Lawmen Of The Old West

2014
8
Gallop through history with the bullets and badges that attempted to bring order to the Wild West. See how men like Daniel Boon, Wyatt Earp and 'Doc' Holiday became frontier legends in their quest to keep the peace and stay alive. Witness some of the most infamous events in American history through authentic re- enactments, historical accounts and archived photos. A unique six part documentary series examines the personalities, weapons, tactics and corruption that made outlaws, lawmen, scouts, gunslingers and professional gamblers became American folk heroes. Take aim and hold steady as you discover the true story behind the men who swore to uphold the law during a lawless time.
Murder Comes Home

2020

Murder Comes Home

2020
9.2
Actual crime scene video is paired with real home video to set up and unravel an intimate and emotionally powerful mystery.