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Recruits

2009

Recruits

2009
Recruits is an Australian factual television program that premiered on Channel Ten on 4 May 2009. A second season began on 29 July 2010.
Martin & Lewis: Their Golden Age of Comedy

1992

Martin & Lewis: Their Golden Age of Comedy

1992
Follows the careers of Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis from their first performance together at the 500 Club in Atlantic City in 1946 through their years on "The Colgate Comedy Hour" to their final performance together in 1956.
Dates That Made History

2018

Dates That Made History

2018
8.6
Historian Patrick Boucheron revisits the most important dates in history through the prisms of memory and collective imagination.
That Chapter

2023

That Chapter

2023
7.5
With extensive research, That Chapter reveals the details of some of the most chilling true crime cases, some of which remain unsolved today.
Tetelestai

2018

Tetelestai

2018
10
A cinematic series which investigates key biblical narratives from Creation to Christ. Biblical scenes and dynamic teaching lead through key truths about a God who loves humanity and is willing to pay the price for their rescue. Moments before Jesus' final breath he proclaimed "Tetelestai", "It is finished". What exactly had Jesus finished? Why does this phrase have the potential to change human destiny? In order to answer these questions, the Tetelestai series unfolds the Story of the Bible from the beginning. This incredible series reveals God's Divine Plan from the Garden of Eden to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
D-Day Sacrifice

2014

D-Day Sacrifice

2014
6.9
Comprised entirely of re-mastered and colorised archive footage from World War II, much of it never before seen, Sacrifice recounts the story of D-Day through the testimonies of those who lived it. These important historical days are seen through the eyes of French civilians and members of the military fighting on both sides. The testimonies of famous individuals like Dwight D. Eisenhower and Erwin Rommel are intertwined with those of anonymous soldiers and citizens, such as film director Samuel Fuller and Eisenhower's chauffeur, Kay Summersby. From the preparations for D-Day all the way through to the liberation of Paris, the accounts of these men and women provide a moving and invaluable retelling of this pivotal time in history.
Leavenworth

2019

Leavenworth

2019
8
This controversial true-crime series seeks to uncover the inner workings of the military justice system as former Army Lieutenant Clint Lorance faces 19 years at the United States Penitentiary in Leavenworth for the deaths of two local men in Afghanistan in July 2012.
Australia in Colour

2019

Australia in Colour

2019
6
Told through a unique collection of iconic archival footage brought to life in stunning colour for the very first time, Australia in Colour tells the story of how Australia came to be what it is today. Narrated by Hugo Weaving, the series is a reflection on our nation’s character, its attitudes, its politics and its struggle to value its Indigenous and multicultural past. Australia in Colour gives us a chance to look at Australia’s history from a fresh perspective. This four-part series curates classic historical footage, as well as home movies and never-before-seen archival material to chart how Australia has developed as a nation. From the oldest surviving footage captured in Australia – in 1896 in Sydney’s Prince Alfred Park – to the beginning of colour television in the mid-1970s, each sequence has been lovingly restored and colourised with historical accuracy. The effect is remarkable, bringing to light history that is both shared and deeply personal.
Dr. G: Medical Examiner

2004

Dr. G: Medical Examiner

2004
6.8
Dr. G: Medical Examiner documents cases handled by deputy chief medical examiner Dr. Jan C. Garavaglia (aka Dr. G) of Florida's District Nine Medical Examiner's Office. Each episode features two or three cases Dr. G has handled in the Orlando area, and also in Bexar County, Texas and Jacksonville, Florida where she was previously employed. Some portions of the show have been dramatized and some names have been changed to protect the dignity of individuals and their families.
Evil Twins

2012

Evil Twins

2012
6.7
Channeling sibling rivalries and deadly childhood pacts, this series follows true-crime mysteries surrounding cases of these double-duty archetypes.
Toxic

2025

Toxic

2025
9
Elizabeth Chambers, the ex-wife of Armie Hammer, is aiming to get to the root of traumatic relationships, including her own. She draws from her experience and background as an investigative journalist to delve into the dark and twisted side of relationships. Through conversations with survivors from across the country, Chambers brings viewers into the raw and real stories of those affected by destructive relationship dynamics, showcasing the lasting trauma and tragedy that can result from unhealthy relationships.
Ade in Britain

2011

Ade in Britain

2011
9
Former comedy actor Ade Edmondson travels with a caravan all over Britain, where each episode he stops in a different county to find out about its unique foods and traditions.
Top Gear: Ambitious But Rubbish

2015

Top Gear: Ambitious But Rubbish

2015
6.7
This compilation show presented by Richard Hammond takes a look back at Top Gear's most famous creations from the past 21 seasons. Relive many of the greatest and boldest endeavors in all their splendor, including the Train-Cars, James' Caravan Airship, the Hammerhead Eagle-i Thrust and the Hovervan.
Watergate: Blueprint for a Scandal

2022

Watergate: Blueprint for a Scandal

2022
7
An immersive look inside Nixon’s inner circle and the schemes that took place behind closed doors by the Committee to Re-Elect the President that would eventually unravel his presidency.
Race of life

2016

Race of life

2016
10
Each week, Race of Life shows you the animals that have adapted and evolved to survive in their environments and keep predators at bay. In the animal kingdom, each day is a battle for survival, and rushing to stay one step ahead of predators is a tiring job…as the sun rises the race begins all over again.
The Toys That Built America

2021

The Toys That Built America

2021
7.1
Against the backdrop of major events in American history like the Civil War and the Great Depression, "The Toys that Built America" tells a different story—one that brings toys to the forefront as driving forces behind untold cultural and economic shifts.
On Death Row

2012

On Death Row

2012
6.8
A two part series on an inside look at a maximum security prison in Texas featuring interviews with death row inmates.
Secrets of the Universe

2022

Secrets of the Universe

2022
6
Secrets of the Universe launches viewers on eight mind-blowing adventures to seek answers to some of the Universe’s biggest mysteries. How did the Universe begin? Are there other Earth-like worlds? What is life? Each stand-alone film tells the remarkable stories of the missions and the breakthroughs that have revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos, featuring many of the world’s top space scientists, engineers, and explorers. They reveal not just wonderful far away vistas and amazing science, but also the powerful human stories that reveal the dedication and perseverance needed to explore the Universe for all of humanity.
The Beechgrove Garden

0000

The Beechgrove Garden

0000
Gardening show that celebrates Scottish horticulture and growing conditions.
Egypt's Unexplained Files

2019

Egypt's Unexplained Files

2019
7.6
Experts dive deep into the secrets of Ancient Egypt, and use cutting-edge archaeological technology to reveal the hidden truths that could potentially answer questions that have befuddled Egyptologists for generations.