Browse documentary series in United Kingdom
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It's 1945 and the final 100 days of World War II play out on both sides of the globe. In Europe, it begins with the Battle of the Bulge and ends with Hitler's suicide. In the Pacific, it picks up midway through the bloodbath in Okinawa and ends with a blast that will change warfare forever. Examine the final act of the European and Pacific theaters, captured through rare war footage and the personal accounts of U.S. soldiers from both campaigns, a British correspondent, and a Japanese admiral.
Race to Victory (2020 )
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Going behind the scenes at some of Britain's most iconic food factories to discover how they keep the shelves stocked and put food on our tables, from mega-factories making meals in their millions to family firms trading on secret recipes.
Inside Britain's Food Factories (2020 )
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The series follows the fun and endearing Derbez family as they discover new cultures in foreign lands and for the first time – all together and unfiltered.
Traveling with the Derbez (2019 )
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Follow Gordon Ramsay as he meets with indigenous people around the globe to learn about the cultures, dishes and flavors unique to each location. Each episode concludes with Ramsay challenging himself with a local food legend by his side - putting his newfound skills to the test as they cook a feast together for the natives.
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted (2019 )
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Master dog trainer Graeme Hall finds long-lasting solutions for dogs with issues.
Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly (2019 )
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Travelling through England’s landscapes, towns and villages, Robbie Cumming offers a personal take on life aboard his narrowboat the Naughty Lass.
Canal Boat Diaries (2019 )
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Follow some of your favorite queens on the Werq The World Tour! An unprecedented backstage pass and intimate look into the global phenomenon of drag. This doc-series features ten of the most famous Queens in the world as they bring their sickening performances to ferocious fans across Europe. Follow along with each Queen as they share their own personal journeys and unveil the truths about drag life on tour.
Werq the World (2019 )
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Following on from his triumphant TV shows and books James Martin's American Adventure and James Martin's French Adventure, our food hero comes home and brings us what he does best in James Martin's Great British Adventure. James travel from coast to coast, cooking and eating everywhere from Whitby to Snowdonia, Bristol to Belfast, and Orkney to Land's End. On the way he cooks classic British dishes alongside some more surprising recipes, all with the best ingredients this small island has to offer. It's the culinary journey that's right on your doorstep.
James Martin's Great British Adventure (2019 )
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Vogue Williams and Mobeen Azhar separate cosmetic surgery fact from fiction. Can watching an operation and speaking to experts help four people decide if surgery is right for them?
Plastic Surgery Undressed (2019 )
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Millions of years ago, incredible forces ripped apart the Earth’s crust creating seven extraordinary continents. This documentary series reveals how each distinct continent has shaped the unique animal life found there.
Seven Worlds, One Planet (2019 )
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Finding truth at the intersection of fantasy and reality in the veiled world of professional wrestling.
Dark Side of the Ring (2019 )
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Inside FC Barcelona, which follows the famed soccer club through its 2018-2019 season.
Matchday: Inside FC Barcelona (2019 )
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A chronicle of the twisted lives of some of the most frightening, diabolical characters in recent history. Each two-hour episode traces the heinous, criminal acts of these elusive miscreants and the eventual road to justice.
Very Scary People (2019 )
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How did 20th Century Europe's most liberal democracy fall into the hands of fascists? From Hitler's political scheming that turned Germany's parliament into a House of Cards, his War on Truth leading to book burning, and his scapegoating of minorities, this series explores in extraordinary detail the events leading up to the outbreak of World War II.
Rise of the Nazis (2019 )
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Britain in Color showcases key moments in 20th century Britain seen for the first time in color.
Britain In Color (2019 )
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Eye-witness veteran testimony from men who served under fire on the frontline
WW2 - Battles for Europe (2019 )
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British historian Lucy Worsley reveals how some of the biggest moments in US history are actually fibs and stories concocted by pop culture, politics and national(istic) pride.
American History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley (2019 )
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A behind the scenes look through the corridors of power in ten of the most opulent and historic royal residences on Earth. We reveal the stories behind the Kings and Queens who lived in these grand homes and uncover the secrets of the architects, engineers and courtiers who brought them to life.
World's Greatest Palaces (2019 )
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For the first time on television, David Cameron’s top advisers - including George Osborne and William Hague - reveal the discussions that led to the decision for which Cameron will go down in history: to hold an in/out referendum. The programme lifts the lid on the prime minister’s desperate attempts to get a new deal for Britain in Europe. Top leaders, including presidents Tusk, Juncker, Sarkozy and Hollande, reveal the details of their negotiations with Cameron. From beers in Prague to dinners at Chequers, the prime minister tries to convince his partners to give him something to show Britain can claw back power from Brussels – especially on immigration – but he keeps getting knocked back.
Inside Europe: Ten Years of Turmoil (2019 )
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Professor Brian Cox explores the dramatic lives of the eight majestic planets/worlds that make up our solar system.
The Planets (2019 )
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Enter a world of mummies, witches, zombies, and shamans as we explore Britain's mysterious sites and mystic past.
Mystic Britain (2019 )
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Documentary series that investigates a momentous event in history, the trial and execution of King Charles I, an act that changed politics and power in England forever.
Charles I: Killing a King (2019 )
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A portrait of what life in like in Britain today. Investigative reporter Stacey Dooley aims to find out what life is like in modern Britain by spending 72 hours in the company of a wide range of extraordinary characters and families.
Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over (2019 )
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Journey to four regions of Britain, discovering the historical significance of the island from breathtaking heights.
Aerial Britain (2019 )
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Documentary series following the work of a major hospital trauma unit.
Critical Condition (2019 )
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A look at the disappearance of Julie Reilly, a 47-year-old mother of one who was reported missing in March 2018. After an extensive four-week-long search fails to find her, the skilled investigators of Police Scotland's major investigations team take up the case.
Murder Case (2019 )
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Multiple cameras follow serious crime investigations in real time, revealing the crucial role cutting-edge forensic science now plays in bringing criminals to justice.
Forensics: The Real CSI (2019 )
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British true crime documentary series using powerful and emotional testimony from families and friends when a missing persons enquiry turns into a murder investigation.
When Missing Turns to Murder (2019 )
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Ocean Predators (2019 )
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Solving murders inside the Amish community is unlike solving any other kind of criminal case. These closed communities are pious, principled and notoriously distrustful of the outside world. Murder in Amish Country uncovers some of the most heinous crimes committed by seemingly moral subjects, and reveals that what happens in the dark.. eventually comes to light.
Murder in Amish Country (2019 )
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Cameras in space tell stories of life on our planet from a brand new perspective, revealing new discoveries, incredible colours and patterns, and just how fast it is changing.
Earth from Space (2019 )
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The death of Rebecca Zahau is returning to the spotlight thanks to Oxygen. The network is launching Death at the Mansion: Rebecca Zahau, a new limited series, dedicated to her mysterious death just days after that of her boyfriend's son. One mansion, two deaths, all the questions.
Death at the Mansion: Rebecca Zahau (2019 )
