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Henry VIII is the most infamous monarch in English history. Famously he married six times over his 36 year reign. The six queens were formidable individuals. Some were ambitious, some brave, some ruthless - and between them they shaped the man who began as a Renaissance prince, became a monster and ended a regretful old man. In turn they shaped England itself. Presented jointly Suzannah Lipscomb and Dan Jones, this is 4-Part series is an original and enlightening look at the real people at the centre of the action during one of the most turbulent, passionate and violent periods in English history.
Henry VIII and His Six Wives (2016 )
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A documentary which explores the remarkable parallels between the careers of Adolf Hitler and Winston Churchill, as well as their personal rivalry and animosity.
Hitler vs Churchill: The Eagle and the Lion (2016 )
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While detectives search for clues among the living, veteran Dauphin County, PA, coroner Graham Hetrick uncovers secrets of the dead. Each episode features a stylized re-enactment of a compelling homicide case taken directly from Hetrick's files. As viewers are led through a series of twists and turns, Hetrick peels back the layers of the investigation to reveal how the murder happened and who is to blame.
The Coroner: I Speak for the Dead (2016 )
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Who killed JonBenét? It's one of the most enduring American mysteries. Revisit the homicide that gripped the nation, with exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage from the crime scene.
JonBenét: An American Murder Mystery (2016 )
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Follow documentarians Joshua Zeman and Rachel Mills as they investigate one of the most bizarre unsolved serial killer cases of our time – the deaths of ten sex workers discovered on Gilgo Beach, Long Island.
The Killing Season (2016 )
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When we look around our homes, sheds and garages we see an array of household objects that with one click of a button or twist of a knob will spring to life, and - most of the time - do exactly what we want them to. But how on earth do these objects work? To find out, James May (fuelled by endless cups of tea) heads into his workshop with thousands of little pieces to assemble some of our most beloved and recognisable objects from scratch to see what it actually takes to get them to work.
James May: The Reassembler (2016 )
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Explore the true stories of America's covert operations told firsthand by the agents who lived it, while getting unprecedented access to the riveting and secret world of espionage.
Declassified: Untold Stories of American Spies (2016 )
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Elliot and his best friend Ian set off on a personal journey to explore LGBTQ cultures around the world. From Japan to Brazil, Jamaica to America, they discover the multiplicity of LGBTQ experiences, meeting amazing people and hearing their deeply moving stories of struggle and triumph. Gaycation celebrates the state of LGBTQ identities across the globe.
Gaycation (2016 )
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A look at the last five decades of African American history since the major civil rights victories through the eyes of Henry Louis Gates, Jr., exploring the tremendous gains and persistent challenges of these years.
Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise (2016 )
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Dr Sam Willis reveals how the Silk Road was the world's first global superhighway where people with new ideas, new cultures and new religions made exchanges that shaped humanity.
The Silk Road (2016 )
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A look ahead at the cataclysmic events that could extinguish the human race.
Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End (2016 )
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True-crime thriller that follows a team of homicide detectives as they open an 18-year-old cold case that occurred in one of America's notorious body-dumping grounds, the Louisiana swamplands.
Killing Fields (2016 )
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When the Nazis unleashed the 'Blitzkrieg', it was a kind of warfare the world had never witnessed before and immediately upended all traditional ideas of military strategy and tactics. Suddenly Europe and North Africa was reeling from this new type of combat and had to adapt quickly or suffer the consequences of Hitler's evil aims. Now, using ground-breaking graphics and state-of-the-art computer animation, as well as archival footage culled from Allied and Axis sources, the incredible initial successes of Hitler's seemingly unstoppable war machine are revealed and examined. Includes 'Hitler's Big Guns', 'Africa Korps', 'Infantry Firepower' and more!
Scorched Earth WWII (2016 )
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Renowned baker and star of the Great British Bake-Off travels to cities around the globe in search of amazing bakes.
Paul Hollywood City Bakes (2016 )
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A New Prehistory (2016 )
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Africa's rivers are the wildest places on our planet. Bursting with life, they are home to an array of wildlife who depend on the rivers for their survival.
Africa River Wild (2016 )
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Historian David Olusoga explores the enduring relationship between Britain and people whose origins lie in Africa.
Black and British: A Forgotten History (2016 )
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Examining the extraordinary physiology of animals who launch themselves into the air - whether winged or wingless; bearing feathers, fur, or scales; by day or night. Shot both in the field and on controlled sets, the series reveals the minute details of wing beats and the science of how a tiny Leaf Hopper pulls 500G on takeoff. Each episode concludes with a behind-the-scenes view of how it was made.
Life in the Air (2016 )
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A cutting-edge documentary series that gets close up and personal with the Staffordshire Police force as they go about their daily business.
Cops UK: Bodycam Squad (2016 )
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Using the latest in technology, this series journeys to the North American maritime woods and waters, a legendary land-of-plenty that is unrivaled in natural beauty, wildlife and rough-hewn diversity on an epic scale. More than twice the size of the UK, though with only 3% of the human population, it’s a world where wildlife runs strong and free.
Wild Wild East (2016 )
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A new breed of explorer has taken space travel beyond the moon to unlock and reveal first-ever views of alien worlds and cosmic bodies far beyond anyone's imagination. "Space's Deepest Secrets" shares stories of the men and women who pushed their ingenuity and curiosity to uncover some of the most groundbreaking findings in the history of space exploration. Hourlong episodes cover NASA's New Horizons mission to Pluto, the Hubble Telescope, the twin Voyager explorations, and other past, current and future missions and projects.
Space's Deepest Secrets (2016 )
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Unlocked is a groundbreaking 8 part documentary series that provides firsthand stories by industry icons, celebrities, consumers, and field experts on the culture, technology, history, and future of the video game industry.
Unlocked: The World of Games, Revealed (2016 )
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This is the story of the Australian Army Training Team (Vietnam) who, from 1962 to 1972, fought shoulder-to-shoulder with the Vietnamese army and became the most decorated unit in Australian military history.
Vietnam: The War That Made Australia (2016 )
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Join host Sophie Fouron as she travels the globe to discover the unique lifestyles being lived out on islands.
The Island Diaries (2016 )
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New Zealand is a geologically young land, created and shaped by tectonic forces, volcanism and the elements. It is a living laboratory for scientists seeking to more accurately understand and predict volcanic eruptions and earthquakes.
Beneath New Zealand (2016 )
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A behind-the-scenes series discovering what it takes to keep the largest freight operator moving.
Mega Shippers (2016 )
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Perhaps Australia's most iconic creature of all, these cuddly looking little characters can face surprising challenges, and in different parts of Australia the koalas have very different stories. Meet Jimmy, a little koala who is trying to find a new home range in the dense woodlands of New South Wales; the koalas at Moreton Bay in Queensland whose population is being monitored; and the koalas of Cape Otway in Victoria, who are overeating their own food supply.
Secret Life of the Koala (2016 )
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Jasmine and Melissa Hemsley showcase delicious recipes that are free from grains, gluten, and refined sugar. Each episode the sisters find new inspiration then head back to the kitchen to prepare meals and share tips on how to make impressive dishes.
Hemsley + Hemsley: Healthy and Delicious (2016 )
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Filmed around the world over a period of six months, Todd will take on some of the biggest challenges of his life as he embarks on an epic exploration, investigating some of the world’s most extraordinary people. He deconstructs and decodes how these incredible people live, what they do differently from the rest of us and how this impacts the human body.
Todd Sampson's Body Hack (2016 )
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Close to the cool highlands of the Snowy Mountains in South East Australia, lies an enchanted secret world where a group of very special creatures make their home. Shy and elusive, the common wombat may appear to be hidden from view – but the quiet wood is alive with scenes of marsupial friendship, new life, burrow hopping, and wombat disagreements.
Secret Life of the Wombat (2016 )
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Dive into the secret and surprising lives of some of Australia's signature wildlife. From mini marsupials to flying foxes, join these extraordinary creatures thriving in the otherworldly landscapes of this astonishing island-continent.
Secrets of Wild Australia (2016 )
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Presented by Rav Wilding, the show commemorates brave police officers murdered in the line of duty. The series tells the stories of the most high-profile police murders of the past 50 years, including the infamous Shepherd's Bush murders, Dale Cregan's murder of PC Nicola Hughes and PC Fiona Bones and the murder of PC Ian Broadhurst. Combining first-hand accounts and expert analysis, viewers are given real background and insight into the role of the police officer and how the thin blue line they walk often leads them into danger.
British Police Murdered On Duty (2016 )
