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This documentary traces the capture of serial killer Guy Georges through the tireless work of two women: a police chief and a victim's mother.
The Women and the Murderer (2021 )
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This documentary examines the 1999 London bombings that targeted Black, Bangladeshi and gay communities, and the race to find the far-right perpetrator. He terrorized a city, seeking to ignite a race war but justice was served by those who wouldn't let his hate win.
Nail Bomber: Manhunt (2021 )
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Serial killer Dennis Nilsen narrates his life and horrific crimes via a series of chilling audiotapes recorded from his jail cell.
Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes (2021 )
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An intimate portrait of mothers and daughters and the effects of trauma, Jacinta follows a young woman in and out of prison as she attempts to break free from an inherited cycle of addiction, incarceration, and crime.
Jacinta (2021 )
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This documentary traces the rise and crash of scammers who conned the EU carbon quota system and pocketed millions before turning on one another.
Lords of Scam (2021 )
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Max S. reveals how he built a drug empire from his childhood bedroom in this story that inspired the series "How to Sell Drugs Online."
Shiny_Flakes: The Teenage Drug Lord (2021 )
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In this documentary, law enforcement faces scrutiny as Americans demand justice after police violence claims multiple Black lives in Cleveland.
137 Shots (2021 )
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Carlos Ghosn – the former CEO of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, charged with financial crimes – stunned the world with his escape from Japan to Lebanon. What triggered Ghosn’s spectacular downfall from industry leader to international fugitive? Is there any truth to Ghosn’s claims of a corporate conspiracy? Nick Green’s documentary sheds light on this multilayered story, drawing out a portrait of a fascinating character.
Carlos Ghosn - The Last Flight (2021 )
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Journalist Jenny Eliscu and filmmaker Erin Lee Carr investigate Britney Spears' fight for freedom by way of exclusive interviews and confidential evidence.
Britney vs. Spears (2021 )
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True crime meets global spy thriller in this gripping account of the assassination of Kim Jong-nam, the half brother of the North Korean leader. The film follows the trial of the two female assassins, probing the question: were the women trained killers or innocent pawns of North Korea?
Assassins (2021 )
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Journalists and fans await Ma Anand Sheela as the infamous former Rajneesh commune's spokesperson returns to India after decades for an interview tour.
Searching for Sheela (2021 )
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Passionate about ocean life, a filmmaker sets out to document the harm that humans do to marine species — and uncovers an alarming global conspiracy.
Seaspiracy (2021 )
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A cheap, powerful drug emerges during a recession, igniting a moral panic fueled by racism. Explore the complex history of crack in the 1980s.
Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy (2021 )
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Follows Jen Shah, a star of Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," who was arrested and indicted for fraud and money laundering.
The Housewife & the Shah Shocker (2021 )
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The line between justice and revenge blurs when a devastated family uses social media to track down the people who killed 24-year-old Crystal Theobald.
Why Did You Kill Me? (2021 )
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Key figures from an infamous 2004 incident between players and fans at an NBA game in Michigan discuss the fight, its fallout, and its lasting legacy.
Untold: Malice at the Palace (2021 )
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An account of the life and work of the famous Mexican journalist Manuel Buendía (1926-84) that seeks to unravel his murder and the links between Mexican politics and drug trafficking.
Private Network: Who Killed Manuel Buendía? (2021 )
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Christy Martin broke boundaries and noses as she rose in the boxing world, but her public persona belied personal demons, abuse and a threat on her life.
Untold: Deal with the Devil (2021 )
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They were the bad boys of hockey — a team bought by a man with mob ties, run by his 17-year-old son, and with a rep for being as violent as they were good.
Untold: Crime & Penalties (2021 )
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Steve Wraith had a fascination with the Krays, and after writing them letters Reg took an instant liking to him, even requesting Steve visit with his brother Ron, in Broadmoor. They would go on to ask Steve to take over their business interests in the outside world. As it turned out, this was an exercise in trust, grooming him, as what came next was a stark lesson in just how terrifying the Krays could be, even behind bars.
The Krays: Gangsters Behind Bars (2021 )
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A docu-series exploring how Chucky, Michael Myers, Pinhead and more came to be icons of the horror genre.
Behind the Monsters (2021 )
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Passionate about food and ready for fun, critic Daym Drops drops in on America's smokin' hot spots for the best, freshest takes on fried food.
Fresh, Fried & Crispy (2021 )
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Follow iconic AFL identities from six Australian Football League teams throughout one of the most challenging seasons in AFL history as they journey towards the 2020 Grand Final.
Making Their Mark (2021 )
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Tells the extraordinary life of Chiara Ferragni and Fedez. An authentic tale that unveils the behind the scenes of one of the most followed couples ever and the most intimate moments of a young family that passionately fights for their dreams to come true.
The Ferragnez (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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Inspired by the acclaimed Korean documentary My Love, Don't Cross That River, the poignant series MY LOVE documents a year in the lives of six elderly couples from around the world. Globe-trotting through Brazil, India, Japan, Korea, the U.S., and Spain, the six-part docuseries gets to the heart of long-lasting love.
My Love: Six Stories of True Love (2021 )
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Canine Intervention follows renowned Oakland dog trainer, Jas Leverette, as he runs one of the top dog training facilities in California. Cali K9 works with all breeds and are confident in being able to correct any type of behavior issue.
Canine Intervention (2021 )
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Epic problem-solving – MythBusters style! This hugely popular and iconic franchise returns with a spin-off series featuring themed episodes, each packed with handpicked myths on a particular subject - all drawn from the depths of the MythBusters archive.
MythBusters: There's Your Problem (2021 )
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With an eye for every budget, three travelers visit vacation rentals around the globe and share their expert tips and tricks in this reality series.
The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals (2021 )
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Shipwrecked on a remote desert island, Hammond and Belleci use their engineering and scientific skills to not only to survive, but to construct a paradise island playground.
The Great Escapists (2021 )
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In this reality series, Marie Kondo brings her joyful tidying tactics to people struggling to balance work and home life and shares her own world.
Sparking Joy with Marie Kondo (2021 )
