Browse documentary series in Australia
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Explore the transformative years following the American Civil War, when the nation struggled to rebuild itself in the face of profound loss, massive destruction, and revolutionary social change. The twelve years that composed the post-war Reconstruction era (1865-77) witnessed a seismic shift in the meaning and makeup of our democracy.
Reconstruction: America After the Civil War (2019 )
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Making sense of the present by revealing the past. Journalists Celeste Headlee and Masud Olufani connect the present to the past through four distinct and varied stories, and New Yorker humorist Andy Borowitz adds his signature wit.
Retro Report on PBS (2019 )
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Billy Connolly goes far off the beaten track into the places you’ve heard of but have rarely seen, as he follows the migratory trail of the Scots through America, starting in New York and finishing in the heart of America, Nashville, Tennessee.
Billy Connolly's Great American Trail (2019 )
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The new TV series dedicated to the lifestyle craze that's sweeping the world.
The RVers (2019 )
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Explore the story of Jesus Christ through a unique lens: the people in his life who were closest to him. Each of the eight chapters is told from the perspective of different biblical figures, all of whom played a pivotal role in Jesus’ life including Joseph, John the Baptist, Mary Mother of Jesus, Caiaphas, Judas Iscariot, Pontius Pilate, Mary Magdalene and Peter.
Jesus: His Life (2019 )
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A woman with Dissociative Identity Disorder works to understand her illness, while balancing life as a mother of two, and her doctoral studies.
Many Sides of Jane (2019 )
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From executive producers Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter, Shawn Gee and Alex Gibney, each episode of this series focuses on a groundbreaking song pivotal to the evolution of American music and culture. From the early hip-hop battles to verses that sparked hope and inspired change, watch artists deconstruct their composition, revisit the impact the song had on them personally, and dissect the socio-economic and cultural conditions that inspired the landmark work and gave voice to a generation.
Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America (2019 )
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A six-part, true crime docuseries about a mysterious murder of Ken Rex McElro that took place in the ‘80s with at least 60 witnesses present, all of whom deny seeing anything.
No One Saw a Thing (2019 )
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With attacks on emergency service workers on the rise, this series uses bodycam and CCTV footage to tell the stories of brave 999ers assaulted in the line of duty.
Critical Incident (2019 )
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Series bringing black-and-white films of the era back to vivid life.
Edwardian Britain in Colour (2019 )
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Three wildlife camera operators follow six iconic baby animals as they face the challenges of surviving their first year on Earth.
Animal Babies: First Year On Earth (2019 )
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Roll It Back is the aftershow for Just Roll With It.
Roll it Back (2019 )
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Observational documentary following the work of Northumbria Police across Newcastle, Sunderland and beyond, telling stories of the force's officers and victims of crime.
Our Cops in the North (2019 )
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A candid look at what life was really like for those living in, and under Hitler's Swastika - at home - and abroad, a record not only of what they saw, but of what they knew.
Lost Home Movies of Nazi Germany (2019 )
Fortune Fights (2019 )
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Dr Kwane is on a mission to help the pets and people of America who need it the most – the homeless. From treating simple ailments on the side of the road, to major emergencies that require dashing to a hospital for surgery, the series follows Dr Kwane as he offers the pets, and the people, much needed help, advice and hope.
The Street Vet (2019 )
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The 8 part series reveals a raft of great Australian inventors who turned game-changing ideas into a reality and forever changed how we live.
Aussie Inventions That Changed The World (2019 )
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Covering thousands of miles, Sir Tony Robinson takes a whirlwind journey around the globe by train.
Around the World by Train With Tony Robinson (2019 )
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A chronicle of the creative process of the legendary Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, a passionate artisan, a steadfast trailblazer, and a father butting heads with his son…
10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki (2019 )
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Ainsley's Australian Market Menu sees Ainsley Harriott traversing Australia on a fun-filled food adventure through some of Australia's most diverse and colourful produce markets.
Ainsley's Australian Market Menu (2019 )
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In this four-part documentary series, comedic actor Chua Enlai embarks on a zany, international exploration of artificial intelligence. He examines A.I.’s potential to become like us and how it will transform humanity such as redefining love and relationships; expanding the boundaries of creativity and intelligence; recalibrating the international balance of power; and testing the limits of ethics, morality and spirituality. Will A.I. change us for the better or for the worse?
Becoming Human (2019 )
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Special series looking at the defining moments of the last century, caught on camera. Hear the stories behind world-changing photos from photographers, eyewitnesses, reporters, historians and more.
Photos That Changed The World (2019 )
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International trade has been ferried around the world via boat for centuries. If the business of shipping stopped tomorrow, half the world would starve, and the other half would freeze. A testament of humanity's will to tame the elements and expand our reach; shipping has pioneered new technologies, revolutionized the global economy and reshaped the world as we know it.
Shipping the World (2019 )
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Documentary series filmed over 12 months and featuring unparalleled access to the elite Parachute Regiment following the process by which new recruits are turned into elite soldiers trained to kill.
The Paras: Men of War (2019 )
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A dramatised-documentary series giving a unique insight into the compelling history of the Torres Strait Islands, told through key stories by the men and women of the region.
Blue Water Empire (2019 )
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Some of the most amazing, eye-opening and downright scary paranormal videos from around the world are featured as a panel of experts break down the footage and analyze what exactly the eyewitnesses captured.
Paranormal Caught on Camera (2019 )
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An engaged couple travels the world for a year to explore marriage customs in diverse cultures. Will the journey bring them closer or tear them apart?
Extreme Engagement (2019 )
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An in-depth examination of some of the most stunning and emotional courtroom moments caught on camera, from frightening outbursts to furious judges.
Court Cam (2019 )
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Dr Emma Craythorne and her team of experts are on a mission to solve complex skin conditions. They help people whose lives have been impeded by devastating disorders and they hope Emma and their team have the solution.
The Bad Skin Clinic (2019 )
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Documentary series that examines the life and career of Spanish football star Sergio Ramos.
Sergio Ramos (2019 )
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America's greatest unsolved mysteries are explored through interviews, archival footage and re-creations. Recently unearthed evidence and intriguing, new theories bring each case closer than ever to finally being solved.
American Mystery (2019 )
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An enigmatic conservative Christian group known as the Family wields enormous influence in Washington, D.C., in pursuit of its global ambitions.
The Family (2019 )
