Top Rated Documentary TV Series - Page 52

Captive

2016

Captive

2016
6.3
This documentary series reconstructs history's most complex, high-stakes hostage negotiations as kidnapping victims recount their terrifying ordeals.
Secrets of Great British Castles

2015

Secrets of Great British Castles

2015
6.9
Historian Dan Jones explores the millennium of history behind six of Great Britain's most famous castles: Warwick, Dover, Caernarfon, the Tower of London, Carrickfergus, and Stirling.
Shadow of Truth

2016

Shadow of Truth

2016
7.9
In 2006, the body of the girl Tair Rada was found in the bathroom stall at the school where she studied. Days later, the police arrested a suspect - Roman Zadorov, and after a week of intense interrogation he admits and restores the murder. However, even after he was convicted three times, many still believe in his innocence. The series explores the length and breadth provision and leaving no stone unturned in an attempt to complete the picture of the puzzle, exposing new and dramatic discoveries. Through a complex mosaic of interviews, photographs and cinematic touch with the extensive use of inquiry and archives, the show tries to fathom the overwhelming truth.
The Cuba Libre Story

2015

The Cuba Libre Story

2015
6.6
Recounts the tumultuous history of Cuba, a nation of foreign conquest, freedom fighters and Cold War political machinations.
David Attenborough's Conquest of the Skies

2015

David Attenborough's Conquest of the Skies

2015
8.4
Evolutionary story of flight from the very first insects to the incredible array of creatures which rule the skies today.
Air Disasters

2011

Air Disasters

2011
8.2
Catastrophic incidents in aviation history are meticulously reenacted, providing insight into what went wrong and if the crashes and near-disasters could have been prevented. Accounts from survivors combine with cockpit recordings and computer images to weave the gripping tales, and expert testimony reveals the hows and whys behind the events, some of which have resulted in important changes to aviation safety and regulations.
Salvados

2008

Salvados

2008
7.6
Prophets of Science Fiction

2011

Prophets of Science Fiction

2011
7.7
The series covers the life and work of leading science fiction authors of the last couple of centuries. It depicts how they predicted and, accordingly, influenced the development of scientific advancements by inspiring many readers to assist in transforming those futuristic visions into everyday reality.
Wild Arabia

2013

Wild Arabia

2013
7.2
Deep in the Gulf region is one of the world's last great wildernesses - a mysterious and magical landscape hidden to the world for decades. Observe the dramatic and varied geology and extraordinary wildlife in the world premiere of 'WILD ARABIA'. With unparalleled access, Animal Planet takes viewers to the crossroads of three continents to a clandestine kingdom of rich culture and breathtaking beauty. Once the trade hub of the ancient world, Arabia has transitioned into a secluded splendor where the modern world brushes up against a vast and ageless sweeping terrain. Feast your eyes on the scenic and sculptural sand dunes of Saudi Arabia and Oman, which are populated by camel trains and elegant white gazelles. Discover the scores of undersea volcanoes in the deep trenches off the coast of Yemen, and uncover the secrets of the Tigris-Euphrates River Delta.
Dark Matters: Twisted But True

2011

Dark Matters: Twisted But True

2011
7.4
Hosted by actor John Noble of Fringe and Lord of the Rings, the show takes the viewer inside the laboratory to profile strange science and expose some of history's most bizarre experiments. This show uses narration and reenactments to portray the stories in this show. A new season of episodes, under the title Dark Matters: Extra Twisted, premiered on January 23, 2013. The episodes revisit previous stories with "deeper insight and new information."
Hollywood

1980

Hollywood

1980
8.3
A 1980 documentary series exploring the establishment and development of the Hollywood studios and its impact on 1920s culture.
Storage Hunters

2011

Storage Hunters

2011
4.3
Storage Hunters is an American television series that premiered on June 21, 2011 on TruTV. The show focuses on auctioneer Sean Kelly's sale of storage auctions and the interactions between main bidders Brandon and Lori Bernier, Jesse McClure, Tarrell "T-Money" Wright, Ron "Papa Bear" Kirkpatrick, "Desert Dan," and the lock cutter/security guard, Cameron "Green Mile" Rowe.
Green Porno

2008

Green Porno

2008
6.4
A series of very short films inspired by the amazing and often bizarre sexual practices of insects and other creatures.
Simon Schama's Power of Art

2006

Simon Schama's Power of Art

2006
8.2
Documentary series in which historian Simon Schama recounts the story of eight moments of high drama in the making of eight artistic masterpieces.
Banged Up Abroad

2007

Banged Up Abroad

2007
7.6
Documentary series where viewers are taken inside accounts of capture, incarceration, and terror far away from home with intimate personal interviews and dramatic reenactments.
Paparazzi King

2026

Paparazzi King

2026
6.3
Explore the life and career of paparazzi king Fabrizio Corona, reflecting Italy's recent history of scandals and social change.
Trainwreck: Storm Area 51

2025

Trainwreck: Storm Area 51

2025
6.2
A viral joke about storming a secretive US Air Force base sparks a meme-fueled media frenzy and puts the military on alert in this bizarre true story.
Conversations with a Killer: The Son of Sam Tapes

2025

Conversations with a Killer: The Son of Sam Tapes

2025
6.9
Mixing present-day interviews with previously unheard recordings, this true-crime series examines serial killer David Berkowitz's mark on 1970s New York.
The Many Deaths of Nora Dalmasso

2025

The Many Deaths of Nora Dalmasso

2025
7.3
Who killed Nora Dalmasso? In this true-crime series, family and journalists share the untold story of her murder and the media storm that followed.
Real Madrid: How Could I Not Love You

2025

Real Madrid: How Could I Not Love You

2025
8.4
At Real Madrid, the demand to win every title each year consistently tests the club's executives, coaching staff, and players. As the 2023-24 season approaches, the club is reinforcing its squad to meet this immense challenge. The goal is to cap off a decade of success that could solidify the team's legendary status and carve out a new golden era in football history.