Popular Documentary TV Series on The Roku Channel - Page 31

Amazing Dinoworld

2019

Amazing Dinoworld

2019
7
New discoveries of dinosaur fossils are completely changing what we know about the animals that lived on our planet millions of years ago.
Close Quarter Battle

2012

Close Quarter Battle

2012
7.5
Elite Military/Special Police Force TV series hosted by US Special Forces veteran Terry Schappert.
Scotch! The Story of Whisky

2016

Scotch! The Story of Whisky

2016
10
David Hayman surveys the state of the Scotch whisky industry and examines the threats to its world dominance.
Animal Odd Couples

2013

Animal Odd Couples

2013
5
Wildlife biologist Liz Bonnin sets off on a worldwide journey of discovery to find out why animals of different species make friends with each other, and even with humans.
Forensic Firsts

2012

Forensic Firsts

2012
7.3
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.
Wild Carpathia

2011

Wild Carpathia

2011
6
A travel documentary exploring the scenic beauty and rich culture of the Romanian Carpathian mountains.
Battlefields

2014

Battlefields

2014
10
Coastal Defenders

2023

Coastal Defenders

2023
Meet the team of dive engineers on England's south coast as they battle time and tide to keep Britain’s coastlines and waterways moving.
Booked: First Day In

2023

Booked: First Day In

2023
6.2
Follows arrested individuals through America’s booking process, offering an extraordinary look at the most unusual, bizarre and often tense bookings. Each episode follows the story of an arrestee, with their permission, as they move through the system and recount what ultimately led them to their time in jail. From petty offenses to serious crimes, viewers will be taken on a harrowing adventure while they watch the arrestees throughout the booking process.
Royal Recipes

2017

Royal Recipes

2017
A royal-themed food programme celebrating dishes served from the time of George IV to the reign of Elizabeth II.
Raw & Real: The Truth Be Told

2024

Raw & Real: The Truth Be Told

2024
Raw & Real: The Truth Be Told explores the minds of queer icons, legends and trailblazers.
Dog's Best Friend

2014

Dog's Best Friend

2014
4.5
The true stories and behind the scene events of some of the uncanniest canine acquaintances—the remarkable friendships that dogs can have.
The Explosion Show

2020

The Explosion Show

2020
Tory Belleci of the MythBusters and Tommy Passemante from Nitro Circus are on a mission to take audiences on an unpredictable ride, hanging with the experts, daredevils and professionals who are in the business of making things explode.
The Dark Ages: An Age of Light

2012

The Dark Ages: An Age of Light

2012
7.6
Christianity slowly emerged from being a persecuted minority to the state religion of the Roman Empire. This episode is a history of the ways believers grappled with a way to depict Jesus. Simple symbolic meaning developed into splendid art and churches.
Murder She Solved: True Crime

2010

Murder She Solved: True Crime

2010
6
Murder She Solved tells the true stories of female crime investigators who, against all odds, have solved some of the most daunting murder cases in North America. Combining elements of mystery and intrigue, the series' unique visual style and riveting storytelling compels viewers to connect the dots as crime-solvers unravel the clues in their journey to solve the crime.
Japan from Above

2018

Japan from Above

2018
7.3
Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.
Manhunt: Catch Me if You Can

2019

Manhunt: Catch Me if You Can

2019
Tracking a specialist tactical unit from Kent Police who hunt down and capture suspects who have gone on the run. Featuring dramatic manhunts, investigations and chases, it's a game of tactics and nerve for Sgt Ian Cameron and his team.
NightGowns

2020

NightGowns

2020
Part performance documentary, part portrait, this series sheds light on Sasha Velour's wildly creative work with each member of her unique ensemble crafting the lip-sync performances of their wildest dreams.
Arkéo

2016

Arkéo

2016
2
How did the Rapa Nui people disappear? Is South Africa the cradle of Humankind? Who are the builders of Stonehenge? Peter Eeckhout travels the world, meeting with other archeologists to reveal recent findings and shed light on the enigmas of History.