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Black Gold

2008

Black Gold

2008
9.3
Black Gold is a reality-documentary television series that chronicles three oil drilling rigs in Andrews County, Texas, 30 miles northwest of Odessa. It is partly produced by Thom Beers, creator of Deadliest Catch and Ice Road Truckers. The Black Gold theme song is sung by country music star Trace Adkins. The title "Black Gold" comes from a slang term for oil. Black Gold airs Wednesday nights on truTV at 10pm. It is also shown as a special presentation on TNT in high definition. The show also airs in the United Kingdom on Five, under the title Oil Riggers.
Surviving Evil

2013

Surviving Evil

2013
4.7
Charisma Carpenter is the survivor of a real-life incident that she endured more than 20 years ago. The actress and two friends were swimming at San Diego's Torrey Pines State Beach in 1991 when they were violently attacked by an armed serial rapist. Carpenter fought for her survival after being held at gunpoint, but her two friends were both shot by the attacker. In the first episode of the series Charisma tells her story in raw emotional detail about what happened that night.
Into the Wild Frontier

2022

Into the Wild Frontier

2022
5
As America expands westward, intrepid explorers and rugged mountain men risk their lives to blaze new trails into the wild frontier.
Crimes of the Century

2013

Crimes of the Century

2013
6.6
Never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews offer a vitural scene-of-the-crime vantage point for history's most major news events.
The 1990s: The Deadliest Decade

2018

The 1990s: The Deadliest Decade

2018
7.8
A look at notorious murders and crimes that happened during the 1990s.
I Was Prey

2017

I Was Prey

2017
6.7
Recounting the hauntingly true stories of people who found themselves in a life or death situation, face-to-face with a dangerous animal
Rick Stein's Road to Mexico

2017

Rick Stein's Road to Mexico

2017
7.3
Inspired by a road trip that he made in the 1970's, the UK chef documents the food and culture from San Francisco in California down to Oaxaca in Mexico.
Fugitives Caught on Tape

2024

Fugitives Caught on Tape

2024
2
Follows law enforcement as they pursue fugitives on the run.
Fierce

2016

Fierce

2016
8
United States of Scandal

2024

United States of Scandal

2024
1
CNN's Jake Tapper dissects six of America's iconic political scandals, sitting down with some of the most famous and infamous figures in US politics.
Forensic Factor: A New Era

2023

Forensic Factor: A New Era

2023
8
The six-episode, one-hour docuseries explores how incredible innovations in forensic science, combined with the expertise of dedicated crime scene investigators work together to uncover the truth.
Xploration Earth 2050

2014

Xploration Earth 2050

2014
7
What will the world look like in 2050? Where will advancements in science, technology, engineering, and math lead us? Host Chuck Pell takes viewers on a mind bending journey in search of these answers.
Thomas Jefferson

1997

Thomas Jefferson

1997
7.5
The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.
Meet, Marry, Murder

2020

Meet, Marry, Murder

2020
6.5
What happens when the one you commit to spend your life with ends up taking it instead? This series looks at partner-homicide cases; stories of wives killing husbands, husbands killing wives (much more common), and love turning to loathing as passions get out of control.
Greatest Tank Battles

2011

Greatest Tank Battles

2011
8
Martha Bakes

2011

Martha Bakes

2011
7.5
Learn to create the finest desserts and goodies in your own home. Martha Stewart shares the best baking tips and techniques, giving you the confidence to create delectable baked goods, from scratch, in your own kitchen.
Street Food Fighter

2018

Street Food Fighter

2018
10
Chef Baek Jong-won visits different cities, surfing through alleys looking for the best street food!
Food Paradise

2007

Food Paradise

2007
10
A taste of America's one-of-a-kind dining experiences with the most mouthwatering and decadent specialties from around the country.
Alan Cumming's Paradise Homes

2024

Alan Cumming's Paradise Homes

2024
Alan Cumming travels to spectacular properties as he seeks inspiration for his own dream home. He meets the visionaries who challenge conventional home building practices to build the world's most imaginative dwellings.
Two Shallow Graves

2022

Two Shallow Graves

2022
7
The disappearance of the McStay's haunts police for three years until their remains turn up in the desert. Prosecutors say evidence proves Chase Merritt killed them, Merritt said he's innocence, claiming they are misinterpreting the facts.