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Million Dollar Murders

2022

Million Dollar Murders

2022
7
Mysterious disappearances. Kidnappings. Hate crimes. Thrill killings. These are the toughest crimes to crack and the most complex become Million Dollar Murders. When there are few leads left to investigate police turn to the public for help to solve these crimes, offering a $1 million reward for new information, from someone, somewhere, who may know something.
Women on Death Row

2023

Women on Death Row

2023
“Women on Death Row” tells the stories of America’s most rarefied criminals: women who have been convicted of murder and sentenced to the ultimate punishment—the death penalty. Each episode profiles a harrowing crime and trial through exclusive interviews with the convicted women, witnesses, family members of victims, family members of the convicted women, attorneys, and law enforcement officials. The series also covers the appeals process, including resentencing in some cases, and looks at how new legislation in some states impacts the conditions under which the convicted women live in prison as they await their fate.
Dream Home Makeovers with Sophie Robinson

2022

Dream Home Makeovers with Sophie Robinson

2022
Sophie assists those wanting to create a stylish home, tackling two different interiors in each programme, and helping homeowners struggling with design doubts and dilemmas.
The Aquarium

2019

The Aquarium

2019
6
Go behind the scenes at the largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere - Atlanta's Georgia Aquarium.
Designing Dreams

2021

Designing Dreams

2021
Shines a spotlight on New Zealand's most prominent architects and the country's most spectacular structures. In each episode, a featured architect takes host Matthew Ridge around New Zealand to visit their favourite houses.
Vikings: American Quest

2023

Vikings: American Quest

2023
6
A crew of experts and volunteers work on constructing the largest recreation of a Viking ship ever in order to sail it across the Atlantic Ocean.
Jamie's School Dinners

2005

Jamie's School Dinners

2005
6.2
Jamie's School Dinners is a four-episode documentary series broadcast on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom from 23 February to 16 March 2005. The series was recorded between Spring to Winter 2004, in which it featured TV chef Jamie Oliver attempting to improve the quality and nutritional value of school dinners at a typical British school, Kidbrooke School in the Royal Borough of Greenwich — a goal which ultimately led to a broader campaign to improve school dinners throughout Britain.
Wild

0000

Wild

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Wild is a one-hour American documentary television series that premiered in 2006 on the National Geographic Channel.
Riddle of the Skies

1999

Riddle of the Skies

1999
8.5
Since rumours of alien spacecraft emerged from Roswell, New Mexico in 1947, UFOs have increasingly been the subject matter of grainy, hand-held, out-of-focus 'proof'. Riddle of the Skies however presents the eyewitness accounts of distinguished scientists and astronauts.
The Blitz: Britain on Fire

2019

The Blitz: Britain on Fire

2019
Exploring the eight days in May 1941 when Britain, and Liverpool in particular, was subjected to one of the most intense bombardments of the entire war. Featuring eyewitness accounts and recollections from many whom have never spoken out before.
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.
Italia 90: When Football Changed Forever

2022

Italia 90: When Football Changed Forever

2022
The story of the World Cup that determined the future of English football - a watershed tournament for the team, fans, and the nation back home.
Baby Hospital

2011

Baby Hospital

2011
Super Sleuths

2006

Super Sleuths

2006
This six part documentary series looks at the making of some of our favourite detective dramas, from Inspector Morse to Poirot and Midsomer Murders to Wycliffe. Featuring interviews with cast and crew the series looks at how the characters were created in literary form before moving onto the small screen.
Amazing Gravity

2017

Amazing Gravity

2017
From the award-winning team that brought you The Secret Life of Chaos comes a unique television event on the physics of gravity.
4th and Forever: Alcoa

2020

4th and Forever: Alcoa

2020
In the shadows of the Smoky Mountains lives a football dynasty. Alcoa High School is southern Appalachia's true football powerhouse.
Vietnam: On the Frontlines

2000

Vietnam: On the Frontlines

2000
The History Channel presents documentaries profiling the decision makers and chronicling key events in the Vietnam War.
Impossible Builds

2018

Impossible Builds

2018
6.6
Learn about the creation of some of the world’s most ambitious and technologically advanced buildings. From subaquatic homes to futuristic towers and pencil thin skyscrapers, see how these previously impossible structures are taking shape.
Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre World

2009

Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre World

2009
10
Bizarre World is the followup to the successful Bizarre Foods. The show encompasses not only the classic bizarre foods of the world but also the unique cultures of the world. The new show appears to have been dropped in favor of new episodes of Bizarre Foods, which began in April 2010. The official website link redirects to the Bizarre Foods page on the Travel Channel website.
Cashed Out

2018

Cashed Out

2018
Docuseries exploring tumultuous estate settlements following the death of a celebrity.