Browse documentary series in Canada
Dive into the world of documentary series in Canada. From timeless classics to trending hits, explore an exciting collection of titles that define the documentary genre.
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The mystery, controversy and alleged criminality surrounding YouTuber Greg "Onision" Jackson, bringing forward new research and revelations about the man that the YouTube community loves to hate.
Onision: In Real Life (2021 )
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Stories Of A Generation narrates the values of life: from love to pain, from work to dreams. 18 generational stories are enriched with the participation of Pope Francis and Martin Scorsese.
Stories of a Generation - with Pope Francis (2021 )
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Burning defeats and victorious triumphs, All or Nothing follows Juventus, one of the world’s greatest clubs, through a memorable season of change. Unprecedented and exclusive access to Ronaldo and to some of the greatest names of world football, dramatic moments behind the scenes, an unmissable series about a championship that will keep you on your toes until the very last day.
All or Nothing: Juventus (2021 )
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Will Smith teams up with guests and undergoes a fitness challenge.
Best Shape of My Life (2021 )
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Cat people come in all shapes and sizes, but they share a love for their enchanting, unique feline friends. This docuseries reveals their tales.
Cat People (2021 )
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Using the latest technological insights, this series sheds new light on how incredible feats of ancient engineering were achieved and how they continue to influence modern-day engineers and shape our world.
Ancient Engineering (2021 )
My Wiggly Friend (2021 )
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Ben Hansen is on a mission to uncover the truth behind UFO sightings across America. With unprecedented access to the archives of famed ufologist Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Ben unlocks the secrets of the past to shed light on today's UFO encounters.
UFO Witness (2021 )
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Yellowstone National Park is famous for its unparalleled beauty but there’s much, much more happening in this breathtaking spot.
Ancient Yellowstone (2021 )
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Jonathan Roberge dives into the world of Montréal crime during the 1957-1977 period, when the city saw a prolonged war between the police and bank robbers.
La guerre des hold-up (2021 )
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British true crime documentary series highlighting the cases of infamous parents and the shocking stories of how they murdered their own children.
Deadliest Mums & Dads (2021 )
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Exploring the legends, heritage, ancient settlements and hunting history of Kielder Forest, including a rare window into the wild woodlands that once stretched the length and breadth of Europe.
Inside the Forest Seasons of Wonder (2021 )
50 façons de tuer sa mère (2021 )
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In November 2010, British millionaire Shrien Dewani and his new Swedish wife Anni travelled to Cape Town for their honeymoon trip of a lifetime that soon turned into horror. The newly-wed couple were hijacked at gunpoint during a taxi journey back to their hotel from dinner and the next morning the 28-year-old bride was found dead, having been shot. The murder of Anni quickly became one of the world’s most talked-about headlines. For years, the truth about who was responsible for her death remained unclear, with the public constantly torn between the Dewani family, whose representatives maintained their son Shrien’s innocence, and Anni’s family, desperate to find out what happened that night and why Anni had to die.
Anni: The Honeymoon Murder (2021 )
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A four-part series set over a year in Africa and focuses on each season, revealing the different conditions they bring. Temperatures, rain, and light change every animal as they adapt to the new season.
Africa's Wild Year (2021 )
Rescued Chimpanzees of the Congo with Jane Goodall (2021 )
42 – The Answer to Almost Everything (2021 )
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This documentary series brings to life Egypt’s great pyramid builders and traces one remarkable century of epic construction at Giza, shining a light on the personal stories of individuals who took part in the construction of the pyramids and the Great Sphinx.
Legends of the Pharaohs (2021 )
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Most people think they know everything about cows: They stand around in fields. They eat grass, moo every now and then and of course they give milk. They are the archetypal symbols of a rural scene, of everlasting tranquility. But cows are much more than that. Cows are generally held to be peaceful and a bit stupid. However, that's actually a big misunderstanding. Because cows have personalities, they are sensitive, able to learn and socially oriented, but also quite able to defend themselves. In two parts, with spellbinding images, employing new camera angles in an entertaining, unusual and exciting way, this film tells the story of some quite surprising aspects of a cow's life.
The Secret Life of Cows (2021 )
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Downing of a Flag is a two-hour documentary film that focuses on the Confederate Battle flag and its impact on the people, politics and perceptions of South Carolina and beyond. Through firsthand interviews featuring various perspectives and a wealth of historical footage, Downing of a Flag traces the symbol's controversial relationship with the Palmetto State, exploring its true meaning and how an unspeakable tragedy served as the catalyst for its long-debated removal.
Downing of a Flag (2021 )
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Picking up where he left off in NOVA's popular special, Hunting the Elements, David Pogue sets out on a worldwide quest to find the key molecules and chemical reactions that have paved the way for human civilization, life, and even the universe as we know it. And along the way, he uncovers the simple principles that produce such a dizzying diversity of matter from elements on the periodic table.
NOVA: Beyond the Elements (2021 )
Die gefährlichsten Bahnstrecken der Welt (2021 )
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Travel to eight Québec communities that have been forever marked by homicides. Each episode will feature individuals who have been affected by an unusual crime and will try to understand what happened: what motivates an individual to do the horrific deed, to take the life of a stranger, an acquaintance, a friend, a family member?
C'est arrivé près de chez vous (2021 )
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Jean-Martin Fortier and Dany Bouchard support two families in their first steps towards food self-sufficiency, eco-responsibility and local shop.
C'est plus qu'un jardin (2021 )
Cultes religieux : des enfants oubliés (2021 )
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Investigating homicide cases in Alaska and the darkness that lurks within America's Last Frontier.
Fatal Frontier: Evil in Alaska (2021 )
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Marie-Josée Saint-Antoine, a supermodel from Quebec living in New York City, was stabbed to death on June 18, 1982 in her Manhattan apartment. The New York City Police Department had little to no clues surrounding the case, but one suspect did stand out: Alain Montpetit, a major television star in Quebec. Forty years later, a team investigates the case in an attempt to understand what happened to Marie-Josée.
Who Killed Marie-Josée? (2021 )
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Elaborate who done it murder mysteries where every episode explores a case that points police to one suspect only to later discover that person was framed by the actual killer.
Framed By the Killer (2021 )
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Follow six women who specialize in animal communication and have made it their mission to help humans communicate with their furry, feathered and scaly friends. The animal whisperers meet animals from across Québec and use their talents to improve their well-being.
Elles parlent aux animaux (2021 )
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Refreshing and flavorful, naengmyeon is Korea’s coolest summertime staple. A journey through its history begins, from how it’s cooked to how it’s loved.
Korean Cold Noodle Rhapsody (2021 )
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Egyptian constructions are full of unsolved mysteries, and buried vestiges have yet to be discovered. Always looking for new discoveries, Zahi Hawass embarks on a three-month excavation work to unravel some remaining mysteries in Saqqara.
Tombs Of Egypt: The Ultimate Mission (2021 )
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This docuseries follows elite Australian swimmers Ian Thorpe AM, Bronte Campbell OAM and Kyle Chalmers OAM, as well as former-junior-champion-turned-international-musician, Cody Simpson in the lead up to the 2021 Summer Olympic games in July.
Head Above Water (2021 )
