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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.
Inside The Mind of a Serial Killer

2015

Inside The Mind of a Serial Killer

2015
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What are the tell-tale signs of a serial killer in the making? Inside The Mind of a Serial Killer reveals what makes them tick and uncovers the trademark signs for spotting murderers in the making.
Eckhart

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Eckhart

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Eckhart is a half-hour animated series presented on Canadian television in 2000 and 2001. It was created by David Weale and incorporates some of the sounds and culture of Weale's home province of Prince Edward Island in Canada. Eckhart, the title character, was a mouse who was a character in a children's book by David Weale titled "The True Meaning of Crumbfest" which was also a Christmas special program on television. Approximately 39 episodes of the program were produced. It also was packaged for sale as a retail DVD product. The program was broadcast in 25 countries around the world.
Alone: The Beast

2020

Alone: The Beast

2020
6.6
Three strangers attempt to endure 30 days in a remote wilderness location with no tools or modern amenities; faced with extreme challenges, it'll take all their ingenuity and stamina to work together as a team and survive.
Tueurs et menteurs

2024

Tueurs et menteurs

2024
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Explores the diabolical personas of murderers who cry fake tears to manipulate the media and public in a disturbing attempt to exonerate themselves from their crimes. Chilling cases where public appearances and police interviews played host for killers Ted Bundy, John Wayne Gacy, Drew Peterson, Chacey Poynter, Stephen McDaniel and Chris Watts to feign grief in attempts to persuade the public of their innocence.
DinoCity

2021

DinoCity

2021
The main characters are a dinosaur girl Tira and her little brother Riki. Every day in their life is a new game, a new adventure for them... or at least a new holiday - because life without holidays and adventures is so boring!
Bogan Pride

2008

Bogan Pride

2008
Bogan Pride is an Australian comedy television series which first screened on SBS TV in 2008. The six-part series created by and starring actress, Rebel Wilson, is directed by Peter Templeman and produced by Tony Ayres and Michael McMahon. The series centres around the life of a teenage bogan girl. The series was not renewed for a second season by SBS.
Serenata de las Estrellas

2023

Serenata de las Estrellas

2023
In this heartwarming and surprise-filled musical journey hosted by Julissa Bermudez, some of the biggest names in Latin music surprise deserving members of the community with once-in-a-lifetime concerts in unexpected locations. From church fundraisers to taquerias, no place is off-limits for these pop-up performances, with real people, real stars, and real surprises.
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.
Disaster Decks

2013

Disaster Decks

2013
Paul Lafrance, an accomplished and successful deck-builder, teams with a group of skilled carpenters to help homeowners rebuild their backyard disasters. Lafrance and his team set out to fix not only dilapidated decks but also the egos of those that own them. In each episode, a homeowner shares the story behind each disaster, learning from mistakes and being challenged by working with the team. In the end, the deck is saved and added to Lafrance's long list of backyard transformations.
Celebrity Ghost Hunt Haunted Holiday

2018

Celebrity Ghost Hunt Haunted Holiday

2018
The intrepid celeb team go in search for supernatural signs.
Nick Baker's Weird Creatures

2008

Nick Baker's Weird Creatures

2008
No Passport Required

2018

No Passport Required

2018
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Join chef Marcus Samuelsson on an inspiring journey across the U.S. to explore and celebrate the wide-ranging diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisine woven into American food and culture.
Spice Goddess

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Spice Goddess

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Spice Goddess is a television cooking series starring Bal Arneson that instructs viewers on Indian recipes and cooking techniques. It airs on the Cooking Channel.
The Queen Mother

2019

The Queen Mother

2019
Wife, monarch and much-loved public figure: Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, was one of the most respected members of the British Royal family. But did her friendly image disguise something darker? This moving profile reveals the dramatic inside story of her life. The moments of pain and upheaval that defined her legacy. How did this woman, who didn’t aspire to be Queen, fulfill her destiny?
Little Miss Perfect

2009

Little Miss Perfect

2009
Little Miss Perfect is an American reality television series that follows girls 5–10 years old in the same beauty pageant each week. The pageant is hosted by Michael Galanes with judges Deedy Melanson, Nyahsha Zimucha, David Gilbert, and sometimes Janet McCullogh. The show, like Toddlers & Tiaras, is aired without narration to avoid judgment. Unlike Toddlers & Tiaras, Little Miss Perfect has only two girls instead of three families and there is only one girl awarded a crown, sash, and money at the pageant. Season 1 premiered on February 18, 2009, and season 2 debuted on January 12, 2010.
Ecuador: On the Wild Side

2024

Ecuador: On the Wild Side

2024
7.5
Discover the most well preserved biotopes in the world and meet with the most emblematic endemic species: Macaws, Toucans, Hummingbirds, Condors, monkeys, marine iguanas, turtles, sea lions, etc. These species have evolved with the rise of the Andes and the appearance of the Galapagos Islands 4.5 million years ago, but today the growing deforestation and the climate change puts them at risk.
Arabian Inferno

2017

Arabian Inferno

2017
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The parched and barren landscape of the Arabian Peninsula offers a vivid backdrop for life in the harsh desert. Water is scarce and death due to the extreme heat is common, yet a natural world continues to flourish. Follow some of the desert's most iconic creatures and learn the unique ways in which they've adapted to the stark conditions around them.
Forensic Firsts

2012

Forensic Firsts

2012
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Chinese Dreams

2019

Chinese Dreams

2019
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In this third series, Ruben Terlou takes us through China again. This time he explores how Chinese people see their own, their children’s, and their country’s futures. He experiences how rapidly China is developing under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, and how this is affecting the lives of ordinary individuals. Once again Ruben finds himself in exceptional situations, meets extraordinary people, and sees some dreams coming true and others being shattered.