Browse documentary series in Australia
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Uncover the hidden energy that is embedded in our modern way of life, revealed as the underlying force behind water, food, wealth, cities, transportation and war. Filmed around the world, the six-part documentary series takes viewers on a journey through the past, present and future of energy.
Power Trip: The Story of Energy (2020 )
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What makes America's national parks so special? Why are millions of people drawn to these parks from all around the world year after year? The secrets of some of America's most profound national parks are unearthed here, and your journey into each park will help you clearly understand the importance of preserving and conserving our Earth's wild lands.
Secrets of the National Parks (2020 )
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A sports documentary series that goes behind the scenes to follow one of India’s most celebrated Pro Kabaddi league team - the Jaipur Pink Panthers. The narrative is built around the struggles, pain and the journey of the players, coaches and their ultimate journey towards success.
Sons of The Soil - Jaipur Pink Panthers (2020 )
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The world has changed profoundly in the past 30 years. From the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, to now, with new walls going up in Europe and the U.S. This series explores how we went from hope to our uncertain present.
Road to Now (2020 )
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This remarkable science-history series investigates the blistering pace of human endeavour in space exploration, computing, energy, resources, Earth science and our understanding of the evolution of life itself.
The Great Acceleration (2020 )
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More than four years of filming have been necessary to capture the impressive images of the most varied animal species that inhabit the Iberian Peninsula: amphibians, reptiles, mammals, birds, insects and fish are represented in this wonderful journey through the different ecosystems that we can find in Iberian lands.
The Secret World of Nature: Spain (2020 )
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Paul Hollywood goes on a culinary and cultural road trip across Japan, exploring the extraordinary country through its food and unique eating experiences
Paul Hollywood Eats... (2020 )
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Filmmaker Warwick Thornton's international success has come at a personal cost. He has reached a crossroad in his life and something has to change. He has chosen to try giving up life in the fast lane for a while, to go it alone, on an isolated beach in one of the most beautiful yet brutal environments in the world, to see if he can transform and heal his life.
The Beach (2020 )
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Discoveries that have revolutionised our understanding of what it means to be human, allowing us to live longer, better, smarter and stronger.
Searching for Superhuman (2020 )
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“The Gene: An Intimate History” brings vividly to life the story of today’s revolution in medical science through present-day tales of patients and doctors at the forefront of the search for genetic treatments, interwoven with a compelling history of the discoveries that made this possible and the ethical challenges raised by the ability to edit DNA with precision.
The Gene: An Intimate History (2020 )
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Catwalk Models, Teachers & Nurses get in the Boxing Ring and Fight! These aren't 'Ladies that Lunch' - These are 'Ladies That Punch!'
Ladies That Punch! (2020 )
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Filmed over 2 years - from foundations to opening party - this is the amazing story of the total transformation of an abandoned, industrial island into a luxury destination. Battling against isolation, extreme weather and a punishing schedule the teams building paradise must work night and day to deliver this incredibly ambitious project on time.
Building Paradise Island (2020 )
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Current and former New Scotland Yard detectives open their case files to tell the inside story of how they caught some of London's most notorious killers. Presented by Peter Bleksley.
New Scotland Yard Files (2020 )
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From the Cold War to COVID, the secret history of the government's Doomsday plans. Based on the book by Garrett M. Graff, the six-part series exposes the U.S. government’s flawed plans to protect its citizens. The show unpacks America’s national security spending on hidden underground cities, a secret air force and a plan to suspend democracy in order to serve the interests of the elite class. The series features interviews with political figures including former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson and former National Coordinator for Security.
While The Rest Of Us Die (2020 )
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Ghost Chasers: Exploring the Other Side (2020 )
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This series features episodes on civil rights, economic justice, religion, and other aspects of society that affect each and every one of us every day.
Changing the World (2020 )
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Sophia Roe uses food as a lens to explore our changing world.
Counter Space (2020 )
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Boost your immune system naturally & thrive from the inside out. Join us on a wellness journey with the only naturopathic physician sister duo in the world. They will discuss inflammation, gut health, provide immune-boosting recipes, practices and more.
The Art of Natural Healing (2020 )
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Craig Reucassel takes on a climate challenge to reduce our carbon emissions and understand where our energy comes from, how transport and travel emissions affect our health and just what is the carbon footprint of the things we eat?
Fight for Planet A: Our Climate Challenge (2020 )
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Enjoy a multifaceted exploration of Winston Churchill’s life, accomplishments, and legacies in 24 lectures that unfurl like a great story. You’ll delve into Churchill’s military leadership during World War I and World War II, his abiding passion for history and public speaking, and his political relationships with historical giants like Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Queen Elizabeth II.
How Winston Churchill Changed the World (2020 )
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When society is broken and demands for social justice go unmet, some folks don’t give up, they rise up.
Rise Up (2020 )
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It will touch subjects that will spark conversations. See what's hiding behind the smiles with emotional, heartbreaking, raw but uplifting stories.
Behind The Smiles (2020 )
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From the dawn of mankind, they have been here guiding us, monitoring us, perhaps helping us with our advancement, but also manipulating us to some kind of end game. No, we are not alone and never were. From the true stories of credible eyewitnesses, learn fascinating insight into the Alien Presence on Earth and what it may mean for mankind.
Alien Chronicles (2020 )
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Across south-east Asia there are mega cities sinking fast. The race is on to predict how fast cities will sink.
Changing Ocean Asia (2020 )
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This trilogy consists of 3 x 30 HD episodes that cover the history of our planet and the most ancient life on it during the Hadean, Archean and Proterozoic eons (from 4.6 billion years ago until 500 million years ago). 1.Hadean Eon: Takes us 4.6 billion years back and tells the story of our planet's formation, appearance of the Moon, atmosphere, and water. 2. Archean Eon: Tells about the earliest life on Earth, its ancient continents, and how bacteria transformed our planet's atmosphere. 3. Proterozoic Eon: Covers catastrophic global glaciations known as the Snowball Earth, the appearance of eukaryotes, as well as first plants and animals. It also tells about mysterious organisms from the Ediacaran period.
Ancient Planet Trilogy (2020 )
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A stunning adventure and search for Inner Freedom. Real people motorcycle through Indian Himalayan cliffs, monsoon rains and high altitudes, all to reach Four Sacred Sites of Freedom.
The Road to Dharma (2020 )
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Adventurer Ryan Pyle is normally climbing mountains and crossing deserts; pushing his limits in the most extreme conditions. In The Nomad, Ryan places a spotlight on the towns where these expeditions begin and their vibrant culture.
The Nomad (2020 )
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Going behind the scenes with staff at Birmingham New Street station to provide a vivid insight into the variety of situations they face, from flooding to industrial action, irate passengers, parties on the concourse and even nudity on the platforms.
The Station: Trouble on the Tracks (2020 )
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"Ancient Superstructures“ reveals the secrets behind the world’s most famous monuments. Some of the ancient marvels which are among the most studied and scrutinized monuments in the world still remain shrouded in mystery. What if the answers were right in front of us… but invisible to the human eye? This ground-breaking series takes a unique approach in delving into engineering mysteries behind the world’s most famous ancient structures, by observing them from different perspectives of scale. From satellite imagery and aerial views right down to macro and microscopic levels, each perspective reveals data that helps shed new light on historical and construction enigmas that have baffled historians for years.
Ancient Superstructures (2020 )
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Documentary about a pioneering British school helping 11 and 12-year-old pupils uncover and eradicate hidden racial biases by giving them a series of activities designed to challenge everything they thought they knew about race.
The School That Tried To End Racism (2020 )
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Popular cook, author and TV presenter Adam Liaw visits the bushfire-affected regions as they spring back to life. Over four episodes, Adam unearths some of the best food Australia has to offer, making mouth-watering Asian-inspired dishes with the produce he collects along the way.
Adam Liaw's Road Trip for Good (2020 )
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Adrian Chiles, Mehreen Baig and a team of experts explore the spectacular coastlines linked by the Irish Sea, and meet the people who call them home.
Our Coast (2020 )
