Browse documentary series in United Kingdom
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The story of the Cardiff Five, one of Britain's most notorious and astonishing miscarriages of justice.
A Killing in Tiger Bay (2021 )
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This series charts the exclusive inside story of the 8-billion-dollar race to build America’s first major new airport in 25 years. 30 million passengers a year pass through LaGuardia Airport in New York, but this critical hub is run down and over capacity, causing delays. Over the course of 9 years, 7000 architects, engineers and construction workers must attempt the impossible; rebuild the entire airport from the ground up, to create a state-of-the-art, fully unified facility, without affecting its operation.
New York Super Airport (2021 )
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Beneath soaring mountains and along shimmering shorelines, we take in the breathtaking landscape on some of Britain's most scenic railway journeys.
Britain’s Scenic Railways (2021 )
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Tony Robinson explores the forgotten conflicts he lived through: The Suez Crisis, The Bosnian War, The Gulf War, The Korean War, The Malayan Emergency and The Mau Mau Uprising in Kenya.
Britain's Forgotten Wars With Tony Robinson (2021 )
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Anita Rani travels the country revealing the remarkable secret history of Britain's beaches.
Britain by Beach (2021 )
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Hosted by Ian Nathan, this series features the cinematic stories of the Cold War era: propaganda, nuclear fear, a change in the US society; the spy games; and the rise and fall of the USSR and East Germany (and everything in between). Film critics and historians examine the industry both as it was happening in real time, and how films from this period have become seminal classics.
Cold War & Cinema (2021 )
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During a career spanning more than fifteen years, Simon has visited over a hundred countries on six different continents. Now, he catches up with some of the memorable characters he's met along the way.
Incredible Journeys with Simon Reeve (2021 )
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Documentary series following the comedian and his long-suffering assistant Bev as they embark upon an ambitious plan to convert a collection of old vehicles into Britain's coolest glamping site
Johnny Vegas: Carry on Glamping (2021 )
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Explore six of the last untouched locations on earth. The documentary series presents life as nature intended, following the unique way wildlife has adapted to these environments and continues to rise to new challenges over the course of a year.
Eden: Untamed Planet (2021 )
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Amol Rajan tells the story of one of the most dramatic periods in modern royal history, looking at how the younger royals' relationship with the media changed following the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
The Princes and the Press (2021 )
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This is a story of greatness - the story of how a man, matched to a moment in history, becomes a giant. For Winston Churchill, the war made the difference. And what a difference it made.
Winston Churchill's War (2021 )
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Explore the resurgence of iconic wildlife and natural processes across Europe's most breathtaking landscapes, from the Arctic Circle to rich river wetlands, from deep forests to rugged mountain peaks.
Europe's New Wild (2021 )
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Cellmate Secrets revisits some of the most infamous stories of headline-grabbing criminals. Actress Angie Harmon narrates the series, which reveals new insights and information as former friends, guards, cellmates and lovers give first-hand accounts of their time with the famed felons and defendants.
Cellmate Secrets (2021 )
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Al Murray and Sky HISTORY join a host of famous faces to uncover the truth behind Britain’s military past. Together with his alter ego The Pub Landlord, Al is on a quest to unpick the Great British psyche and understand whether the Brits are helped or hindered by their experiences in war. Joined by comedians and personalities from the UK and its closest neighbouring countries, Al will uncover whether Britain’s wartime record is all it’s cracked up to be and how regular harking back to Britain’s glory days is viewed by neighbours and ‘allies’.
Al Murray: Why Do The Brits Win Every War? (2021 )
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Dermot O'Leary, Arthur Williams and Lucy Betteridge-Dyson examine the crucial 48-hour periods that secured victory in some of Britain's most important battles.
48 Hours to Victory (2021 )
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Television presenter Matt Baker receives a call that leads him to move his wife and two children north to run his family's sheep farm in the Durham hills after his mum had a serious accident.
Matt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales (2021 )
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An exploration of some of Asia's weirdest and most wonderful creatures and the seemingly bizarre behaviours they have adopted.
Asia's Weirdest (2021 )
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How does a sperm whale hunt using sound alone? How do elephants hear through their feet? Join biologist Patrick Aryee as he exposes the mysteries behind the world's weirdest animals.
Impossible Animals (2021 )
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In the glorious setting of the Lake District, the lives of local farmers, food producers and crafters, whose work is sold at the celebrated, family-run Tebay Service Station, are followed.
A Lake District Farm Shop (2021 )
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Martin Boudot, investigative journalist, investigates major environmental scandals around the world: river contamination, air pollution, radioactivity, illegal exploitation of resources, toxic waste...
Green Warriors (2021 )
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Former footballer Robbie Savage and local businessman Rob Smethurst’s attempts to revive the fortunes of Macclesfield FC.
Robbie Savage: Making Macclesfield FC (2021 )
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For over 30 years, actress and author Carol Drinkwater has been living the Mediterranean life in Provence. In this series, Carol invites us into her home, an olive farm overlooking the bay of Cannes, and shares her local secrets.
A Year in Provence with Carol Drinkwater (2021 )
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William Randolph Hearst's media empire in the 1930s included 28 newspapers, a movie studio, a syndicated wire service, radio stations, and 13 magazines.
Citizen Hearst: An American Experience Special (2021 )
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After one of the most shocking presidencies in history, Donald Trump’s top advisers and the leaders who clashed with him lift the lid on the critical moments of his foreign policy.
Trump Takes On the World (2021 )
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A ten-part documentary series, Inside Central Station: Australia’s Busiest Railway blends unscripted high-stakes drama with extraordinary engineering marvels, introduces us to memorable diverse characters who are passionate about their jobs, shares quirky moments and brings a strong sense of Australian history.
Inside Central Station (2021 )
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Writer Sathnam Sanghera travels across the country exploring the effects of the British Empire on modern Britain
Empire State of Mind (2021 )
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Documentary exploring the nature and wildlife of the Welsh coast.
Wonders of the Celtic Deep (2021 )
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Documentary series filmed inside America's biggest art museum as it prepares for its 150th anniversary, only to endure closure due to Covid, demands for greater diversity and financial disaster.
Inside America's Treasure House: The Met (2021 )
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Full of action, suspense, and larger than life characters, ‘Aussie Snake Wranglers’ thrusts audiences into Australia’s snake catching world – where one mistake could cost you your life. Stuart and the Aussie Snake Wranglers team put their lives on the line to ensure the safety of those who find a slithering surprise in their home, school or business.
Aussie Snake Wranglers (2021 )
Enjoy the Seafood (2021 )
Trains en guerre (2021 )
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Take a trip back through the natural history archives with some of the BBC's favourite wildlife presenters, as they share a few of their most memorable wild adventures.
Our Wild Adventures (2021 )
