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The True Story of Alexander the Great

2005

The True Story of Alexander the Great

2005
7
Tutored by Aristotle, helpless witness to his father's assassination, and a brilliant, pioneering tactician, Alexander the Great had conquered the known world--and sealed his legacy as one of history's most remarkable rulers--by the age of 25. In the year 334 B.C., 20-year-old King Alexander of Macedonia decided to bring the farthest reaches of the world under one domain. Over the next 12 years, he led a grand army across more than 20,000 miles and eventually brought all of Asia under his control, only to perish from battle wounds at the age of 32. Incorporating dramatic onsite reenactments with high-end computer graphics and the expertise of renowned scholars, THE TRUE STORY OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT is a special presentation from THE HISTORY CHANNEL®, examining the life and career of this military genius, impassioned lover, and fearless leader.
The Zulu Wars

2002

The Zulu Wars

2002
7
This series explores the facts and investigates the truth behind the British Redcoat Army's campaign in Zululand during 1879. The war was started by a country at the height of it's imperial powers and prosecuted by an army charged with the responsibility of implementing a policy known as Confederation - a proposal to unite various black and white factions in South Africa under British authority. Interviews, on-location footage and new geological surveys all help to reconstruct the conflicts and give insight into the tactics used in these epic battles.
Hustlers Gamblers Crooks

2024

Hustlers Gamblers Crooks

2024
6
Hustlers Gamblers Crooks features true stories of high-flying hustlers, gamblers and con artists, told by those who lived them. Structured like a Hollywood thriller, it is full of poignant moments. Cheer on these underdogs who risk everything to change their future.
Nine Lives Of...

2024

Nine Lives Of...

2024
1
Famous icons overcome crises - being canceled, screwing up, falling - and rebuild careers. Their untold struggles and rises captured; stories of surviving and thriving regardless of public perception.
Secrets of Polygamy

2024

Secrets of Polygamy

2024
8
Delve into the worlds of extreme polygamist groups and explores how the power held by Prophet Warren Jeffs, who is currently serving a life sentence for his crimes committed as Prophet, and other high-profile polygamists such as Sam Bateman, have shaped communities where claims of abuse, incest and fraud have become common.
Green Tourism

2022

Green Tourism

2022
2
Today, global warming and the decrease in natural resources push us to take up the challenge of building in a more ethical and sustainable manner. How to design architectures that are both revolutionary and practical? What solutions can be put into practice to make these places comfortable and respectful of the environment? Whether professionals or private; isolated or hidden in the very heart of our urban centers… all over the world, eco-housing is constantly reinventing itself. Avant-garde, visionary, the pioneers of ecological construction innovate and share their sustainable solutions with as many people as possible. What is the challenge? To imagine new habitats with irreproachable ecological standards while preserving our precious natural resources and start a greener lifestyle. Thanks to meetings with these visionary builders, Building Tomorrow opens the doors to unique places to discover the meaning and share the secrets of the most ecological architectures in the world.
Salme: Ancient Viking Burial Ships

2021

Salme: Ancient Viking Burial Ships

2021
7
This gripping documentary miniseries investigates the mystery of two 1300-year-old burial ships from the Viking Age. With dramatic reconstructions and unearthed evidence, follow key archaeologists as they investigate the remains, and reveal how they fundamentally alter our understanding of Viking Europe.
Aerial Italy

2023

Aerial Italy

2023
7
Take in the sights and sounds of Italy from the sky and learn about Europe's boot from heel to toe.
Epic Exploring

2019

Epic Exploring

2019
7.5
Urban explorers Josh and Cody travel the world in search of abandoned locations.
Fatal Family Feuds

2023

Fatal Family Feuds

2023
7
Explores the harrowing world of homicides ignited by intense disputes within families. The series provides an in-depth look at these tragic cases, featuring firsthand accounts from family members and friends who survived the ordeal, as well as insights from the detectives who cracked them. Each episode delves into the motives behind the crimes, charting the origins, intensification, and catastrophic conclusions of these deadly domestic conflicts.
Mysterious Worlds

2002

Mysterious Worlds

2002
8
Do vampires roam the night? Are crop circles an elaborate hoax or a message from above? Visit dark underworlds to explore the unknown, the paranormal and the bizarre subcultures that lurk just underneath society's surface.
Plastic Surgery Knifemares

2020

Plastic Surgery Knifemares

2020
7
Plastic surgery is big business, worth more than three billion pounds a year in the UK; but all cosmetic procedures have risks and if the surgery goes wrong the results can be dramatic, life-changing and even deadly.
Alien Disclosure Files

2024

Alien Disclosure Files

2024
8
Are we alone? For nearly a century governments have classified contact with extraterrestrial life, in the past 5 years there have been more declassified UAP events than ever. It's time for disclosure. These are the Alien Disclosure Files.
That Chapter

2023

That Chapter

2023
7.5
With extensive research, That Chapter reveals the details of some of the most chilling true crime cases, some of which remain unsolved today.
Good Cop, Bad Cop

2023

Good Cop, Bad Cop

2023
7
Investigating a murder is hard enough. But when detectives realize the killer knows how to stage a crime scene to throw them off, the job gets even more difficult. They’re hunting down criminals who are sworn to protect and serve -- killers with a badge.
Brainwashed

2023

Brainwashed

2023
7
Why do people join cults? Why don't battered women leave their husbands? How do entire countries fall victim to dictators? Find out why. More importantly, find out how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Cities by the Sea

2016

Cities by the Sea

2016
10
Cities by the sea are intrinsically defined by their position by the sea, an openness to the world, and a spirit of discovery and adventure. With the curious eyes of a stranger, the series wanders through: Barcelona, Dakar, Copenhagen, Tel Aviv, Vancouver, Hong Kong, Melbourne, St.Petersburg, Hamburg and Marseille.
The Garden: Commune or Cult

2023

The Garden: Commune or Cult

2023
5
On 22 acres of backcountry land in the American South lies The Garden - a community that lives by its own laws, free from the pressures of modern society. They maintain an open-door policy to anyone seeking to join their ranks, but new people must submit to an initiation period. Some barely last a week, others are forced to leave, and a chosen few will call The Garden home for good. Questions continue to arise about the cult-like vibes of the controversial community, but this spring is different. Cameras have been granted unprecedented access to The Garden, documenting its spread to new locations deep in the Ozarks. Founded as a cooperative, "leaderless" community, The Garden could be viewed as a post-apocalyptic wonderland free of societal rules.
The Rapist's Journal

2023

The Rapist's Journal

2023
9
Accused of more than 20 rapes and confessing to a total of 96 rapes - the question of how this person could have acted in impunity for so long is raised in this documentary. When the police eventually arrested him, one of the strongest pieces of evidence was a diary where he had written details of the victims, the crime scenes and the planned future attacks.
Boogeymen: Monsters Among Us

2013

Boogeymen: Monsters Among Us

2013
8
BOOGEYMEN takes an in-depth look at the history of local monsters and travels to the small, picturesque towns where they appeared to listen to both believers and skeptics as they investigate the most recent sightings.