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Black Comedy in America

2024

Black Comedy in America

2024
3
This series explores its lore and legends, interacting with comic icons and cultural figures to understand how Black comedy has shaped America for over a century.
FaceOff: Inside the NHL

2024

FaceOff: Inside the NHL

2024
6.5
This series gives unprecedented access to the National Hockey League's biggest teams and most compelling players, all at different stages of their careers, as they embark throughout the season on the ultimate pursuit of glory – winning the coveted Stanley Cup.
James Bond Confidentiel

2022

James Bond Confidentiel

2022
8
Ireland's Coast

2024

Ireland's Coast

2024
8
A three-part documentary series that journeys to the heart of Ireland's coast, revealing its fascinating origins, rich biodiversity and magnetic charm.
Bayer Leverkusen – A Dream Comes True

2024

Bayer Leverkusen – A Dream Comes True

2024
9
The four-part sports documentary follows the players, staff, and officials of Bayer 04 Leverkusen on their journey through a season of historic proportions. It all begins in September 2022. "Die Werkself" drops to 17th place in the standings and finds itself with its back against the wall. The decision-makers pull the emergency brake and devise a risky plan.
Mao

2024

Mao

2024
8
The People’s Republic of China now plays a central role in global politics, economics and diplomacy – more than it ever has before. Its president, Xi Jinping openly espouses the model forged by former Chairman, Mao Zedong, known as the Great Helmsman. But what do we really know about Mao? And how does his legacy relate to Xi’s ‘China Dream’? This 3-part documentary series explores Mao Zedong, his beliefs and his methods. It shows how these have shaped Xi’s philosophy and the reality of today’s China. Mao had set China on the road to true sovereignty, freeing it from the humiliation of foreign domination. Xi is now completing that journey towards the strong Middle Kingdom and cultural predominance that Mao aimed for – while sweeping under the carpet the unthinkable victims and costs of Mao’s rule. The story arc of Mao’s astonishing biography provides varied and profound insights into the ideals, strategies and ambitions of today’s People’s Repub
The Battle for Black Music: Paid in Full

2024

The Battle for Black Music: Paid in Full

2024
8
Charting the shocking story of how some of music’s most loved artists - from Louis Armstrong to Prince - were exploited by the music industry on the basis of their race.
The Hunt for the Chameleon Killer

2024

The Hunt for the Chameleon Killer

2024
8
After a headless, handless body is discovered in a Florida canal in 1990, law enforcement begins a search for the killer which takes them all the way to London before the trail goes cold. What ensues is a string of stolen identities, wrongful accusations, and a twelve-year cat-and-mouse chase across multiple countries as authorities close in on the most wanted woman in the world.
Aaron Rodgers: Enigma

2024

Aaron Rodgers: Enigma

2024
7
Follow NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers as he rebounds from an Achilles injury in this sports series chronicling the defining moments of his life and career.
World's Most Notorious Killers

2024

World's Most Notorious Killers

2024
8
Discover the chilling stories of five renowned international murder cases, featuring firsthand accounts from individuals close to each case and those seeking justice.
What We Saw

2020

What We Saw

2020
8
Travel through time with Bill Whittle and relive key moments in American history like never before.
Evolution of the Black Quarterback

2024

Evolution of the Black Quarterback

2024
4.5
In celebration of how Black quarterbacks have changed the game of professional football, Michael Vick travels across America learning about the pioneers who fought for acceptance, the players who cemented their spot, and what the future of the game can hold.
Alaska Revelada

2024

Alaska Revelada

2024
5.5
'Alaska Revelada' is an approach to the artist's personal and professional life from a place of intimacy until now unknown. The metamorphosis of a pop icon who has not stopped reinventing himself throughout the different stages of his life. Always an advocate of transforming her body to also build her interior, in 'Salud' we explore what the journey has been like since she was a child to achieve a physical and spiritual transformation. In 'Money' we travel through the vast professional life of Alaska, full of high points of fame and money, as well as absolute economic ruins. In 'Amor' we structure Olvido's relationships with the other. The figure of his father, his relationship with his former manager Pito Cubillas, his great friendship with Nacho Canut and the great love of his life, Mario Vaquerizo. A documentary series articulated like a bolero along three concepts that define all human life: health, money and love.
Ottoman Empire by Train

2024

Ottoman Empire by Train

2024
7.5
Professor Alice Roberts takes a train ride that covers 600 years of the Ottoman Empire. Her mission is to learn about this vast empire that started with a dream in the 14th century.
Fångat på polisens kamera

2024

Fångat på polisens kamera

2024
10
Through authentic material captured by police cameras we are invited to the harsh everyday life of the Swedish police.
The Sancho Case

2024

The Sancho Case

2024
5.8
Rodolfo Sancho gives his first interview to talk about the situation faced by his son, accused of the premeditated murder in Thailand.
SAS: Catching the Criminals

2024

SAS: Catching the Criminals

2024
5.5
Ex-SAS leader Billy Billingham takes viewers on an immersive journey that looks at how police and enforcement teams are increasingly using military and SAS tactics to catch criminals.
Guy Martin: Proper Jobs

2025

Guy Martin: Proper Jobs

2025
6.5
The series will see Guy attempt a variety of different roles that involve a lot of hard graft, no shortage of skill and that perhaps don’t get the recognition they deserve.
Jamali Maddix: Follow the Leader

2024

Jamali Maddix: Follow the Leader

2024
7.5
The comedian and documentary maker spends time with leaders and key figures in growing communities on the fringes of the mainstream to find out just why they inspire such devotion among followers.
Icons Unearthed: Tom Cruise

2024

Icons Unearthed: Tom Cruise

2024
7.5
From his breakout role in Risky Business with his unforgettable slide and famous grin, to saving the movie business with Top Gun: Maverick, Tom Cruise has pushed himself and those around him to make the best movies possible.