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Xploration Earth 2050

2014

Xploration Earth 2050

2014
7
What will the world look like in 2050? Where will advancements in science, technology, engineering, and math lead us? Host Chuck Pell takes viewers on a mind bending journey in search of these answers.
Countdown to Murder

2013

Countdown to Murder

2013
6
Documentary series telling the story of some of Britain's most high-profile murder cases.
Die Kanarischen Inseln

2013

Die Kanarischen Inseln

2013
9
Flying Through Time

2004

Flying Through Time

2004
6
Discover the excitement of flying as we reveal the most remarkable aircraft ever built and the aeronautical advancements that shaped flying history in Flying Through Time. Audiences will marvel at historic airships, be wowed by war planes and delight at luxury jetliners.
Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords

2015

Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords

2015
7
What happens when conflicts between landlords and tenants get out of control? This series delves into the dark side of the UK's housing crisis. It follows independent eviction specialists working on behalf of landlords attempting to evict tenants who are behind with their rent, and local authority housing officers investigating rogue landlords and unsafe living conditions, including illegal HMOs (House in Multiple Occupation).
Sworn to Secrecy: Secrets of War

1998

Sworn to Secrecy: Secrets of War

1998
6
Secrets are divulged and stories of espionage, conspiracy, murder, sabotage and greed are uncovered.
Voyage of the Continents

2012

Voyage of the Continents

2012
8
This extraordinary series is a sweeping account of the rise of Earth’s continents. They are the product of a grand waltz of plate tectonics and the continual evolution of Earth’s crust. As landmasses assemble and separate, they fuel volcanoes and spark earthquakes, building mountains and tearing valleys. We see the Earth, eons in the making, through the eyes of geologists and other scientists.
Secret Life of the Hospital Bed

2016

Secret Life of the Hospital Bed

2016
3.5
The stories of patients at the Royal Victoria Infirmary and the Great North Children's Hospital in Newcastle, Queen's Hospital in Romford, east London, and Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.
Battle Factory

2015

Battle Factory

2015
2
Battle Factory takes us into the hidden world of military and frontline gear factories all over the world, where raw materials become finished products
D.B. Cooper: Case Closed?

2016

D.B. Cooper: Case Closed?

2016
8
Over the past four and a half decades, the so-called D.B. Cooper skyjacking case has captivated countless armchair detectives - not to mention teams of FBI investigators - hoping to finally crack the nation's only unsolved act of air piracy. Now a California man, who has assembled a team of investigators, thinks he may have finally solved case, which will be detailed in the two-part History Channel special D.B. Cooper: Case Closed? that airs on Sunday and Monday.
Supercar Superbuild

2014

Supercar Superbuild

2014
9
Supercar Superbuild showcases the passion, artistry and engineering behind some of the fastest and most lust-worthy supercars in the world. Behind each story lies a dedicated team of passionate automotive artists that overcome tremendous obstacles as they dream big and think outside of the box in order to create the ultimate automotive fantasies for car fans across the globe.
WWII Air Crash Detectives

2014

WWII Air Crash Detectives

2014
2.5
Garth Barnard has a lifelong passion and unshakeable resolve to investigate how thousands of young Airmen from the Second World War died in catastrophic air accidents and training crashes.
Air Ambulance E.R.

2015

Air Ambulance E.R.

2015
10
Time is of the essence in this full-throttle documentary charting the extraordinary endeavours of Britain's emergency helicopter medical services. Cameras capture all the action as 'chopper doctor' flying teams respond to various crisis calls, employing cutting-edge techniques honed in the world's toughest warzones to save the lives of people up and down the country.
Nature Tech

2006

Nature Tech

2006
10
All In Earth's 4 billion year history, nature has solved all of lifes problems, from the highest mountain to the deepest ocean. Evolution is the ultimate inventor and many of mans most clever engineering solutions have exact counterparts in nature. In three amazing episodes, NatureTech views our world with fresh eyes, where nature and technology stand hand in hand.
Posh Pawn

2013

Posh Pawn

2013
6.5
Prestige Pawnbrokers are the kings of pawning luxurious and costly objects in cash-strapped Britain and are part of a growing number of high-end pawnbrokers focusing on expensive and exclusive objects. This documentary goes behind the scenes at Prestige and discovers that, when it comes to upmarket pawn, everyone has a story to tell.
Alien Mysteries

2013

Alien Mysteries

2013
6
Alien Mysteries is a Canadian UFO documentary series featuring eyewitness testimony that is produced by Exploration Production Inc. for Discovery Channel. Alien Mysteries showcases the real life stories of ordinary people who fall victim of alien abduction or attack. Alien Mysteries debuted on Discovery Canada on March 3, 2013.
Planes That Never Flew

2003

Planes That Never Flew

2003
5
Planes That Never Flew is a Discovery Channel documentary series about experimental aircraft projects that never flew. Over four one-hour episodes, the series examined the history behind aborted projects to build two jet fighters, a supersonic transport, and a nuclear-powered long range bomber.
Shakespeare Uncovered

2012

Shakespeare Uncovered

2012
6
Celebrity hosts guide viewers through William Shakespeare's plays in performance. Each episode serves as a primer for newcomers to Shakespeare while serving up enough historical and theatrical insights to enchant lifelong fans.
Guns: The Evolution of Firearms

2013

Guns: The Evolution of Firearms

2013
9
The greatest gift of mankind over beasts is his ability to craft and use tools. From the simple stone axe to modern warfare technology the relationship between man and survival has been an ongoing battle from the beginning of time. Blast through authentic archived photos, comprehensive video footage and in-depth re-enactments as you discover the achievements and tribulations that played major roles in the shots heard round the world. From the conquering of game, power and land this 7-Part Documentary shoots through 400 years of the events and developments that shaped...The Evolution of Firearms
Mankind Decoded

2013

Mankind Decoded

2013
7
Mankind Decoded is the intriguing story of how 12 timeless forces have shaped human history in extraordinary ways. Find out how the implacable forces of nature have compelled us to adapt or die; how new technologies have transformed our existence; how our need for food brought forth civilization; and the desire for luxuries changed our world.