Top Rated Documentary TV Series - Page 117

World War Two

2018

World War Two

2018
8
Follow the deadliest conflict in human history in real time, week by week, blow by blow.
Building Off the Grid

2014

Building Off the Grid

2014
7
Adventurers and their teams battle Mother Nature to build unique homes in remote areas. From unpredictable weather to encroaching wildlife, will they build in time to beat their deadlines?
Japan: Between Earth & Sky

2018

Japan: Between Earth & Sky

2018
7.3
Discover some the most beautiful sites in the Japan, the great spectacle of nature and the subtle balance that prevails between tradition and modernity.
Science of Star Wars

2005

Science of Star Wars

2005
6.5
This documentary series takes a look at the science of "Star Wars" and shows how many of the technologies depicted in the films are becoming reality.
Hollywood Weapons

2017

Hollywood Weapons

2017
6.8
Some of the most thrilling weapons action sequences from movies and TV are put to the test. Join U.S. Special Forces veteran Terry Schappert and weapons master Larry Zanoff as they utilize the expertise of Hollywood's premier prop house and weapons builder — and break down some of the most explosive action in Hollywood history.
Wild Sri Lanka

2015

Wild Sri Lanka

2015
7.8
Wild Sri Lanka is a three part mini series about this tropical island in the Indian Ocean, off the southeastern coast of India. This land was wracked by civil war for decades. But now, researchers can bring modern science and technology to bear, in order to take stock of what lives here. The series explores the diverse wildlife of the country's coast and seas, taking clues from the water around the island to examine how the landmass came to be and why its complex climate and unique location see such a diverse range of species inhabiting its shores.
The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure

2014

The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure

2014
7.7
Dave Myers and Simon King take an adventurous road trip to explore the local way of life and the origins of some of the West's favorite Asian cuisine.
The Mind of a Murderer

2015

The Mind of a Murderer

2015
6.7
Dr. Michelle Ward goes behind bars to interview violent murderers and offer insight into what drives people to kill. From her early doctorate research on psychopathy, to her ongoing study of criminal behavior, she possesses a unique ability to push murderers to the limit, getting them to admit things they wouldn't confess to anyone else. She is trained to go beyond excuses and get to the psychological core of why people commit heinous acts - and she does it alone in a room, face-to-face with coldblooded killers.
The Wonderland Murders

2018

The Wonderland Murders

2018
9.5
Hidden amongst the rolling mountains and deep forests of the pacific northwest sits a breeding ground for one of the deadliest terrains in the world. Known as a serial killer's playground, this land once dubbed "Wonderland" due to its grandeur and summer beauty, washes away into nine dreary months of rain that bring gray skies and a falling mist that drives the demons among us to kill. These are The Wonderland Murders.
Wild Frank

2014

Wild Frank

2014
6.7
The Making of a Song

2017

The Making of a Song

2017
7.5
A multi-part miniseries chronicling the making of Taylor Swift’s sixth studio album, "reputation."
Wrong Man

2018

Wrong Man

2018
6.8
A team of esteemed experts re-investigate the cases of three inmates who have been locked up for decades and claim they're innocent.
The Killer Beside Me

2018

The Killer Beside Me

2018
7.8
For better and worse, a work environment represents a microcosm of society. While lifelong friendships are formed at a job, and perhaps it's a place where people even meet their future spouses, working alongside others also increases the likelihood that creeps may be close by. The Killer Beside Me exposes the dark underbelly of workplace evil where rivalry, romance, and the abuse of power culminate in a brutal slaying. Each episode in this series retells the shocking events leading to a horrific murder. How well do we really know our co-workers?
Engineering Catastrophes

2018

Engineering Catastrophes

2018
6.2
From the hilarious to the mind-boggling, from the deadly to the bank-busting, witness some of the most outrageous structural disasters and the genius resolutions to get things back on track.
Slavery Routes

2018

Slavery Routes

2018
8
Mammas

2013

Mammas

2013
6.8
Isabella Rossellini is convinced that, in the maternal animal world, anything goes. 'Mammas,' a series of short videos, has Rossellini playing the role of nine different animals to show the viewer that some mothers lie, are polygamous, and walk out on their animal children all the time.
Expedition Unknown: Hunt for Extraterrestrials

2017

Expedition Unknown: Hunt for Extraterrestrials

2017
7.8
Josh Gates sets off on the most extraordinary expedition of his career. He'll journey over 50,000 miles to four continents to tackle mankind's greatest question: Are we alone in the universe?
Viking Women

2014

Viking Women

2014
7.2
The Vikings changed Europe forever, yet half of them have almost completely disappeared from collective memory: the women.
The Truth About Killer Dinosaurs

2005

The Truth About Killer Dinosaurs

2005
7.8
In the ultimate clash of the titans, the giants of prehistory engage in mortal combat.
Dolphins: Spy in the Pod

2014

Dolphins: Spy in the Pod

2014
8.5
The award-winning team behind Penguins - Spy in the Huddle use hidden cameras to go into the heart of the dolphins' world, offering the chance to encounter dolphins up-close.