Top Rated Documentary TV Series on Amazon Prime Video - Page 15

Waco: Madman or Messiah

2018

Waco: Madman or Messiah

2018
7.5
Few had ever heard of the Branch Davidians and their leader until a raid by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms that led to a 51-day stand-off with the FBI. Who was David Koresh and why were many prepared to die for him?
Manson Speaks: Inside the Mind of a Madman

2017

Manson Speaks: Inside the Mind of a Madman

2017
7.8
The two-part special “Manson Speaks: Inside the Mind of a Madman” presents a new theory on Manson’s motives that does not align with the “Helter Skelter” theory he was prosecuted under; brings forth eye witnesses who are speaking publicly about Manson for the first time; and makes contact with the only convicted Manson Family killer who is currently out of prison and living under a pseudonym.The special also examines 26 hours of exclusive never-before-broadcast phone conversations with Manson that may change the scope of his crimes, almost five decades later.
World's Most Evil Killers

2018

World's Most Evil Killers

2018
8.2
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.
Inside the Ambulance

2016

Inside the Ambulance

2016
6
Cameras mounted on paramedics and inside their vehicles get closer than ever to the work of Britain's frontline life-savers.
Road to 9/11

2017

Road to 9/11

2017
8.5
Beginning with the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, journalist Steve Coll chronicles the events that took place in the lead-up to the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, including missed signals, failed operations and political turf wars.
Long Strange Trip

2017

Long Strange Trip

2017
5.8
The long and unique tale of The Grateful Dead.The tale of the Grateful Dead is inspiring, complicated, and downright messy. A tribe of contrarians, they made art out of open-ended chaos and inadvertently achieved success on their own terms. Never-before-seen footage and interviews offer this unprecedented and unvarnished look at the life of the Dead.
Billy Connolly's Tracks Across America

2016

Billy Connolly's Tracks Across America

2016
7.4
Billy Connolly takes to the rails for a six thousand mile trip through the backyard of America.
For the Love of Dogs

2012

For the Love of Dogs

2012
9.2
Alison Hammond carries on Paul O'Grady's incredible legacy, following the ups & downs of life at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
Looking for the Hobbit

2014

Looking for the Hobbit

2014
4.9
À la recherche du Hobbit (French for Looking for the Hobbit) is an exploratory documentary series directed by Olivier Simonnet in 2014, in which illustrator John Howe, story-teller Nicolas Mezzalira, and Professor Leo Carruthers of the University of Paris-Sorbonne explore real-world settings and famous myths that inspired J.R.R. Tolkien's mythology. The documentary explores many locations of Medieval significance.
Bible Secrets Revealed

2013

Bible Secrets Revealed

2013
6.8
It is said to be one of the oldest books in the world. Has it been altered? If yes why? A remarkable journey back in time to see what the Old Testament and the New Testament is hiding from us.
Tom Kerridge's Proper Pub Food

2013

Tom Kerridge's Proper Pub Food

2013
5
Tom Kerridge, famed for cooking food that has won him two Michelin stars in his own pub, shows how to cook dishes at home inspired by British pub classics.
10 Things You Don't Know About

2012

10 Things You Don't Know About

2012
5.9
Did you know that President John F. Kennedy was a bodybuilder, Roman ruler Caligula loved to gamble and drug kingpin Pablo Escobar burned millions in cash to keep warm? The series 10 Things You Don't Know About reveals intriguing and provocative details about some of history’s most fascinating individuals and groups. Tune in to explore the lives of historical figures ranging from Abraham Lincoln to the members of the Rat Pack, discovering what your textbooks never told you.
Crimes That Shook Britain

2008

Crimes That Shook Britain

2008
7.8
Uncover the truth behind the crimes that shocked the nation.
Rick Stein's India

2013

Rick Stein's India

2013
6.5
Rick Stein sets out on a journey around India to discover the different cuisines celebrated the world over.
How the States Got Their Shapes

2010

How the States Got Their Shapes

2010
6.8
The show deals with how the various states of the United States established their borders, but also delves into other aspects of U.S. history, including failed states, proposed new states, and the local culture and character of various U.S. states. It thus deals with the "shapes" of the states in a metaphorical sense as well as a literal sense. The show format follows Unger as he travels to various locations, and interviews local people, visits important historical and cultural sites, and provides commentary from behind the wheel of his car as he drives from location to location. Interspersed with these segments are brief historical synopses by notable U.S. historians.
The First 48: Missing Persons

2011

The First 48: Missing Persons

2011
6.8
The First 48: Missing Persons is an American documentary television series on A&E. The series debuted on June 2, 2011, with the second season premiering on March 15, 2012.
Joanna Lumley's Nile

2010

Joanna Lumley's Nile

2010
5
Joanna Lumley goes on the trip of a lifetime - exploring the longest river in the world, the River Nile, from sea to source.
MysteryQuest

2009

MysteryQuest

2009
6.8
MysteryQuest is an American Paranormal television series that premiered on September 16, 2009 on the History channel. Produced by KPI Productions, the program is a spin-off of MonsterQuest. The tagline of the show is: "What if everything you believe is wrong?"
Hitler's Holocaust

2000

Hitler's Holocaust

2000
5.6
Under the guidance of Simon Wiesenthal, documents the year-long process leading up to ‘the Final Solution’ using newly accessible Eastern European archives, first-hand eyewitness accounts and world renowned historians.
Extreme Fishing With Robson Green

2008

Extreme Fishing With Robson Green

2008
7.2
Extreme Fishing with Robson Green is a factual entertainment show broadcast on Channel 5. The show sees actor and fishing enthusiast Robson Green travel around the world in search of the greatest fishing destinations. There have been five series to date. A spin-off series entitled Robson's Extreme Fishing Challenge began airing on 9 April 2012.