Top Rated Documentary TV Series - Page 125

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
Cults and Extreme Belief

2018

Cults and Extreme Belief

2018
7.2
Elizabeth Vargas, alongside former members of controversial organizations, goes on a search to uncover how these sects use their influence to prey upon people's desperation to create powerful and often destructive belief systems. Each episode will take an immersive look at one currently active group through the eyes of past devotees and get perspective from believers and leaders that are still inside.
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.
Wild Brazil

2014

Wild Brazil

2014
8.1
An intimate portrait of the ingenuity and resilience of three different animal families as they face the seasonal extremes and fierce predators of the Brazilian wilderness.
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.
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.
World's Most Evil Killers

2018

World's Most Evil Killers

2018
7.8
World’s Most Evil Killers delves into the gripping real-life stories of the world’s most terrifying and prolific killers. From Fred and Rose West to Ed Gein – The Clown Killer – and even to The Milwaukee Cannibal. Each episode focuses on one notorious killer and features authentic first-hand accounts of their behavior, from detectives who ran the case, journalists who reported on the stories, relatives, and at times survivors, alongside series experts who provide analysis. These criminologists, crime journalists and psychologists examine how the infamous killers made headlines both nationally and internationally and why they still continue to evoke fear and fascination in the public eye.
Coach Snoop

2016

Coach Snoop

2016
5.7
See a different side of Snoop Dogg in this unique documentary, which details the famous rapper's efforts to mentor young athletes and create opportunities for them to compete at the highest level of youth football. We'll meet the kids and coaches that form Snoop's squad -- and witness the important life lessons they learn with every game.
Tesla's Death Ray: A Murder Declassified

2018

Tesla's Death Ray: A Murder Declassified

2018
6
An investigator and a historian seek to uncover information about Nikola Tesla's mysterious life and inventions.
Secrets of Wild India

2012

Secrets of Wild India

2012
7.3
India is home to over a billion people with 1/5 of the world's population on only 2% of the world's surface. Yet India still has a wild side, populated by giants, fierce predators, the rare and beautiful…all wrapped up in a land of extremes. 'Secrets of Wild India' celebrates the diversity and drama of India's extraordinary and varied landscapes. In this three-part series, each episode focus' on one iconic ecosystem, a snapshot of how life works in each unique environment.
Agnès Varda: From Here to There

2011

Agnès Varda: From Here to There

2011
6.5
Agnès Varda takes us on a journey of discovery as she travels the globe—from Stockholm to St. Petersburg, Lisbon to Rio de Janeiro, Mexico City to Los Angeles—meeting with friends, artists, and fellow filmmakers.