Browse documentary series in Australia
Dive into the world of documentary series in Australia. From timeless classics to trending hits, explore an exciting collection of titles that define the documentary genre.
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As the Archibald celebrates its centenary with an ambitious exhibition; art lover and acclaimed actor Rachel Griffiths embarks on a cultural romp through our most coveted and controversial arts prize.
Finding the Archibald (2021 )
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Ever wondered about the secrets to living a long, healthy and happy life? Jacinta Parsons cuts through the wellness hype and looks at the scientific 'hacks' that can help improve our lives.
How to Live Younger (2021 )
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From chef David Chang and Academy Award–winning documentary filmmaker Morgan Neville, The Next Thing You Eat is a six-episode docuseries that explores the seismic changes happening all around us and what they mean for the way we'll eat in the future. Chang and a diverse cast of characters dive headfirst into what lies ahead, including everything from burger-flipping robots, to lab-grown fish, to insect farms, to artificial intelligence calling all the shots.
The Next Thing You Eat (2021 )
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Lost for Words follows eight brave Australians on a life-changing opportunity to transform their lives by taking part in an intensive nine-week long adult literacy program.
Lost For Words (2021 )
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The Australian Ballet has evolved to become our nation's most treasured performing arts company and an icon of dance. 'And We Danced' looks back to reveal what has shaped this world-class institution and made it uniquely ours.
And We Danced (2021 )
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This landmark documentary series sees renowned British doctor and trusted medical journalist Dr Michael Mosley put his body on the line to tackle the nation's fastest growing chronic disease, Type-2 diabetes. Working alongside Indigenous exercise physiologist Ray Kelly, they reveal how new science can reverse Australia's Type-2 diabetes epidemic.
Australia's Health Revolution with Dr Michael Mosley (2021 )
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Remarkable feats of British engineering require remarkable levels of maintenance and repairs to keep them in their grandiose state. With incredible levels of access to some key restoration and maintenance projects on some of Britain's most well-known buildings and structures, this series shows the detailed knowledge, craftsmanship and engineering ingenuity that is necessary to keep these important British monuments standing.
Great British Landmark Fixers (2021 )
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Trail Towns is a one stop shop for cycle tourism. Find out where to ride, where to stay, where to eat and where to play in towns and regions across Australia and New Zealand. Trail Towns is dedicated to encouraging more families, couples and friends to take a bicycle holiday and support regional areas.
Trail Towns (2021 )
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A 3-part documentary series that explores one of the most complex and urgent issues of our time - domestic abuse. Presented by investigative journalist Jess Hill, this series examines the fine lines between love, abuse and power.
See What You Made Me Do (2021 )
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Wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin takes celebs on an immersive exploration of Scotland's breathtaking landscapes, as they get up close and personal with Scotland's most spectacular wildlife
Scotland: Escape To The Wilderness (2021 )
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Exploring the police investigation of the tragic murder and the events that surrounded it in forensic detail, including powerful testimony from key witnesses and detectives.
Body in the Snow: The Murder of Joanna Yeates (2021 )
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History By The Numbers is an energetic, fast-paced series that takes a global dive into the extraordinary and often overlooked numbers that have created our world’s history. Each episode delves into the numbers and over-the-top stats behind a different subject such as the massive growth of the global fast food empire, the wealth and bloodshed of the world’s top crime bosses, the herculean numbers behind Mount Everest, and the lives of the richest people on earth.
History by the Numbers (2021 )
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Code 1: Minute by Minute breaks down the hours, minutes and seconds of the biggest and most tragic news events to ever impact Australians. People from all walks of life, forever joined by a single dreadful event. The program breaks down in forensic detail exactly how these people came to cross paths at that particular catastrophic moment in time.
CODE 1: Minute by Minute (2021 )
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Stanley Tucci travels across Italy to discover the secrets and delights of the country’s regional cuisines.
Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy (2021 )
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Stephanie McMahon and Triple H leads a team of collectors and WWE celebrities as they travel across the United States to find WWE collectibles.
WWE's Most Wanted Treasures (2021 )
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Dreaming about escaping the major cities has become a national pastime. Supercharged by a global pandemic, brave entrepreneurs, innovators, small business operators and treechangers are creating new opportunities on the land.
Movin' to the Country (2021 )
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Introducing 3 agents in the Sydney property market; we follow Gavin, D'Leanne and Simon as they hustle, negotiate and deal - in their quest for success.
Luxe Listings Sydney (2021 )
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In our quest to separate fact from fiction, MythBusters has put hundreds of cars through extreme tests in the search for truth. We've gone from debunking extreme Hollywood car stunts to cooking steaks under the hood... and we've barely scratched the automotive surface. Motor MythBusters steers its attention to the questions and myths under the hood of every car lover's mind.
Motor Mythbusters (2021 )
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This new original docuseries looks at some of the world’s worst real-life engineering disasters and seeks an answer to the question of what caused the calamity. News footage is interwoven with innovative and illuminating graphics, eyewitness accounts and commentary from experts.
When Big Things Go Wrong (2021 )
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A journey into the experience of being a victim of a sudden crime, from the moment those attacked first perceive the danger through the potential long-lasting effects. Using surveillance and cell phone footage captured during the crime, the series follows individuals going about their daily lives who were confronted with a dangerous situation and forced to make a quick decision on how to protect themselves or their families.
I Survived a Crime (2021 )
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Backcountry guide and explorer Greg Aiello brings attention and analysis to viral videos documenting some of mother nature's unbelievable occurrences, from natural disasters to animal attacks.
Nature Gone Wild (2021 )
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In "Walks To Forgive," host Erin R. Dooley takes people on long walks to discuss forgiveness in their lives. Episodes include forgiving: abuse by a father, losing children in a custody battle, and a homeland that made it impossible to thrive.
Walks to Forgive (2021 )
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This four-part documentary series traces the veteran experience across the arc of American history and explores the present-day divide between civilian and veteran communities.
American Veteran (2021 )
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The stories behind some of the most memorable WWE Superstars of all time.
Biography: WWE Legends (2021 )
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This four-part docuseries chronicles one unforgettable season with one of Mexico's most popular soccer club, the Chivas of Guadalajara, as they strive to resurrect their legendary franchise from a series of devastating losses.
CHIVAS: El Rebaño Sagrado (2021 )
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An immersive, deep-dive docuseries rich with archival footage and interviews that explores the musicians and soundtracks that shaped the culture and politics of 1971.
1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything (2021 )
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Paul McCartney sits down for a rare in-depth one-on-one with legendary producer Rick Rubin to discuss his ground breaking work with The Beatles, the emblematic 70s arena rock of Wings and his 50 years and counting as a solo artist.
McCartney 3, 2, 1 (2021 )
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Justine Clarke takes a road trip into the heart of Australian country music, discovering how these musicians capture who we are as a people and a nation.
Going Country (2021 )
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A deep dive into the decade's untold history, revealing secrets, and prespectives.
Dark Side of the 90's (2021 )
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In honor of the sci-fi franchise’s 55th anniversary this year and produced by The Nacelle Company, the project will feature interviews with cast, crew and experts as it explores pivotal moments in the franchise’s history, from its inception at Lucille Ball’s production company Desilu to recent film and television adaptations.
The Center Seat: 55 Years of Star Trek (2021 )
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Hitler’s Secret Sex Life exposes the myriad of rumours, theories and disputed historical accounts of Adolf Hitler's sexual psychology. There is no shortage of experts on Hitler's sex life who consider his predictions to be a barometer of the dictator's twisted psyche. Each episode will address a specific time period of Hitler's alleged and proven sex life and explores the role it played in shaping his behaviour.
Hitler's Secret Sex Life (2021 )
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The stories behind the iconic structures and engineering feats that have shaped and defined our nation and our world.
The Engineering That Built the World (2021 )
