Top Rated Documentary TV Series on Free Services - Page 5

This Old House

1979

This Old House

1979
5.7
TV's original home-improvement show, following one whole-house renovation over several episodes.
The Crocodile Hunter

1997

The Crocodile Hunter

1997
7.6
Australian host Steve Irwin and his wife Terri run a wildlife refuge. Their shared passion is educating the world about wildlife, including the much feared crocodile and numerous venomous snakes. Steve's specialty is the capture and relocation of crocodiles. No animal appears too threatening to Steve, his true respect for animals is the foundation for everything he does.
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted

2019

Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted

2019
7.4
Follow Gordon Ramsay as he meets with indigenous people around the globe to learn about the cultures, dishes and flavors unique to each location. Each episode concludes with Ramsay challenging himself with a local food legend by his side - putting his newfound skills to the test as they cook a feast together for the natives.
GRAND PRIX Driver

2018

GRAND PRIX Driver

2018
6.6
For the first time go inside McLaren, the most prestigious team in Formula 1 racing. Gain unprecedented access to the drivers, engineers, and leaders of McLaren to see what it takes to compete at the highest level.
Paranormal Lockdown

2016

Paranormal Lockdown

2016
7.9
Nick Groff, a paranormal investigator who's "on a mission to discover something new in the paranormal field", and his paranormal researcher Katrina Weidman spend 72 hours together locked down in the most haunted locations in their quest to learn more about the unknown. They stay with the dead at these reportedly haunted places, many of which have never been filmed for a production and some will be investigated for the first time on television. Groff and Weidman believe, that "the longer they stay, the more the spirits will communicate with them and the more information they can gather about the unknown".
What Happened, Brittany Murphy?

2021

What Happened, Brittany Murphy?

2021
6
An in-depth, intimate character portrait exploring the life and career and mysterious circumstances surrounding the tragic death of 90’s actress and rising star, Brittany Murphy. The series goes beyond the conspiracy theories and headlines, featuring new interviews by those closest to Brittany and new archival footage.
Stephen Hawking's Grand Design

2012

Stephen Hawking's Grand Design

2012
7.5
Stephen Hawking draws on 40 years of research to answer some of life's most compelling questions.
House Hunters

1999

House Hunters

1999
5.5
Hosted by Suzanne Whang, the show takes viewers behind the scenes as individuals, couples and families learn what to look for and decide whether or not a home is meant for them. Focusing on the emotional experience of finding and purchasing a new home, each episode follows a prospective buyer and real estate agent through the home-buying process, from start to finish.
Modern Marvels

1993

Modern Marvels

1993
8.1
HISTORY’s longest-running series moves to H2. Modern Marvels celebrates the ingenuity, invention and imagination found in the world around us. From commonplace items like ink and coffee to architectural masterpieces and engineering disasters, the hit series goes beyond the basics to provide insight and history into things we wonder about and that impact our lives. This series tells fascinating stories of the doers, the dreamers and sometime-schemers that create everyday items, technological breakthroughs and manmade wonders. The hit series goes deep to explore the leading edge of human inspiration and ambition.
Horizon

1964

Horizon

1964
7.4
Horizon tells amazing science stories, unravels mysteries and reveals worlds you've never seen before.
Cold Case Files

1999

Cold Case Files

1999
8.5
Explore compelling cases that have gone cold for years, chronicling the journeys of the detectives who reopened them. The detectives relive the events of the crimes, reveal new twists and startling revelations, relying on breakthroughs in forensic technology and the influence of social media to help crack these cases.
Pole to Pole with Will Smith

2026

Pole to Pole with Will Smith

2026
6.8
Inspired by his late mentor, Will Smith spends 100 days facing extreme challenges, venturing from pole to pole with scientists, explorers and experts.
The UnXplained

2019

The UnXplained

2019
6.7
Explore the world’s most fascinating, strange and inexplicable mysteries. Each episode features compelling contributions from scientists, historians, witnesses and experiencers—each seeking to shed light on how the seemingly impossible actually can happen.
Cold Case Files

2017

Cold Case Files

2017
7.9
There are over 100,000 cold cases in America, and only about 1% are ever solved. With recent advancements in technology and the methods used to solve these cases, as well as the unwavering dedication of victims’ families, law enforcement and the public, “Cold Case Files” explores the cases that defied the odds. Each episode of the Emmy-nominated series examines the twists and turns of one murder case that remained unsolved for years, and the critical element that heated it up, leading to the evidence that finally solved it. Featuring interviews with family members, friends, detectives, and others close to the cases, the refreshed classic series examines all facets of the crime and shines a light on a range of voices and victims.
The American West

2016

The American West

2016
6.7
The story of the aftermath of the Civil War and how the United States transformed into the “land of opportunity" spanning the years 1865 to 1890. Transporting into the violent world of cowboys, Indians, outlaws and law men, the story chronicles the personal, little-known stories of Western legends such as Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull.
NASA's Unexplained Files

2012

NASA's Unexplained Files

2012
7.1
Dive into the mysteries of some of NASA’s most curious missions and explore stories of engineering achievement and human endurance. Each episode offers first hand testimony from astronauts, NASA mission footage, plus beautifully rendered CGI to bring to life these voyages that reveal unexplained sightings that have dogged many of NASA’s most famous missions.
Yellowstone

2009

Yellowstone

2009
7.7
A natural history portrait of a year in Yellowstone, following the fortunes of America's wildlife icons as they face the challenges of one of the most extraordinary wildernesses on Earth.
Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God

2023

Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God

2023
6.9
Chronicles the life and death of Amy Carlson, also known as Mother God, a self-proclaimed spiritual savior who built a cult through her online manifestos and live-streaming sessions. As Amy's health declined, her followers believed her death would lead to her evacuation by UFO and salvation for humanity. Told through the eyes of Amy's devotees and constructed from the cult's archival footage, the three-part docuseries captures the perils of internet proselytizing and a conspiracy-driven faith.
Calle y Poché: No Labels

2023

Calle y Poché: No Labels

2023
7.5
At the peak of their successful careers as content creators, Calle and Poché return to Colombia to reunite with their families, their group of friends, and confront the challenges of their romantic relationship combined with their individual ambitions.
Human: The World Within

2021

Human: The World Within

2021
6.7
Diverse personal stories from around the world reveal how lives, passions and goals are facilitated by the human body's various complex systems.