Browse documentary series in US
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This nature series’ new technology lifts night’s veil to reveal the hidden lives of the world’s creatures, from lions on the hunt to bats on the wing.
Night on Earth (2020 )
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New York City in the 1970s was ruled with a bloody fist by five mafia families, until a group of federal agents tried the unthinkable: taking them down.
Fear City: New York vs The Mafia (2020 )
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A never-before-seen look inside the world’s most innovative homes with each episode unveiling the boundary-pushing imagination of the visionaries who dared to dream and build them.
Home (2020 )
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From the biology of attraction to the history of birth control, explore the ins and outs of sex in this entertaining and enlightening series.
Sex, Explained (2020 )
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The Emmy-nominated series delves into the juicy, smoky world of barbecue, visiting acclaimed chefs and pitmasters in the US, Australia and Mexico.
Chef's Table: BBQ (2020 )
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In this true crime docuseries, some of the most dramatic trials of all time are examined with an emphasis on how the media may have impacted verdicts.
Trial by Media (2020 )
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New evidence shines a light on the crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer and his disturbing transformation from a shy boy to one of the world's most infamous serial killers and criminals.
Jeffrey Dahmer: Mind of a Monster (2020 )
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This docuseries investigates billionaire New York financier Jeffrey Epstein, who is alleged to have used his connections to the rich and famous to shield his predatory behavior with young girls. Revealing how Epstein set up a pseudo sexual Ponzi scheme to bring in underaged girls, the doc delves into the aftermath the survivors are experiencing with no justice to be served.
Surviving Jeffrey Epstein (2020 )
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An exploration of the case of the Golden State Killer who terrorized California in the 1970s and 1980s, committing 50 sexual assaults and 10 murders, and true crime author Michelle McNamara's obsessive quest to find justice on behalf of his victims.
I'll Be Gone in the Dark (2020 )
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The docuseries follows people deeply involved in the group NXIVM — which is faced with various charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy — over the course of several years.
The Vow (2020 )
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This four-part documentary series follows the story of India Oxenberg's perilous journey through the dark and criminal world of the notorious self-help-group-turned-sex-slave-cult NXIVM.
Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult (2020 )
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Go inside La Línea, the Spanish beach town turned into Europe's drug trafficking hub, and meet the law enforcement officials determined to change that.
La Línea: Shadow of Narco (2020 )
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Because a destination is luxurious, a location spectacular, or an experience unique, does not mean that it can't also be environmentally responsible. Travels the world unearthing extraordinary eco-friendly tourism destinations with unprecedented "insiders" access to places and experiences that are on everyone's bucket list.
Leave No Trace (2020 )
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An inventive and cinematic approach to biographies of the most iconic figures in society today by using letters written by those whose lives have been changed through their work.
Dear... (2020 )
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In April 1991, Detlev Rohwedder, the head of Treuhand, the East German Privatization and Restructuring Agency, was assassinated in Dusseldorf. This documentary details the strange evidence recovered.
A Perfect Crime (2020 )
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India's wildcats have been symbols of strength & royalty since the ancient times. Despite the reverence they evoke and their own adaptability & prowess, these cats have been pushed to the brink. Yet, they are the last hope for protecting the country's wild spaces. Two years in the making, 'Wild Cats of India' has journeyed across country's contrasting landscapes with an ambition to paint an intimate portrait of the intriguing lives of wildcats.
Wild Cats of India (2020 )
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Told through the eyes of over 100 kids across the globe, this docuseries chronicles how children learn to think, speak, move, and love from birth to age five.
Becoming You (2020 )
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In this vibrant docuseries, Latin American chefs tell their stories and bring a taste of tradition and innovation to their delicious offerings.
Street Food: Latin America (2020 )
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In 2020, the world changed. This topical series examines the coronavirus pandemic, the efforts to combat it and ways to manage its mental health toll.
Coronavirus, Explained (2020 )
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The two-night investigative special follows the stories of four former Jehovah’s Witnesses, as they recount details of the sexual abuse they endured during their time within the organization.
The Witnesses (2020 )
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An intimate account of what happens when someone is formally charged with a crime and sent to trial – all solely from the perspective of the accused, their legal team and family members.
Accused: Guilty or Innocent? (2020 )
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This investigative docuseries explores the greed, fraud, and corruption that built up - and ultimately brought down - India's most infamous tycoons.
Bad Boy Billionaires: India (2020 )
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Nadiya Hussain shares her love of baking with some of her favourite recipes. From everyday treats to indulgent desserts, these are guaranteed to bring a little joy into your life.
Nadiya Bakes (2020 )
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Heinous criminals have avoided capture despite massive rewards and global investigations. This docuseries profiles some of the world’s most wanted.
World's Most Wanted (2020 )
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Join us at Taronga Zoo in Sydney for a new documentary series narrated by Naomi Watts. The series provides a look behind the scenes at what it takes to run one of the world's most famous and magnificent zoos.
Taronga: Who's Who In The Zoo (2020 )
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The concept of the content series is not based on already known productions, but wants to take the fans into the inner world of the eight-time German champion in a different way. Away from daily events, results, superficial stories or scandals, current players are brought together with other personalities from the BVB cosmos to discuss topics that touch not only the protagonists but also the fans emotionally. Sometimes it is about home, sometimes about uprooting, about pressure, but also about hopes and common values. Through the interaction of the actors, a unique dynamic develops that portrays the club from the inside like never before.
BVB 09 - Stories Who We Are (2020 )
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When most people hear NASA; they think of rockets and exploration of the universe. In fact entire facets of our daily lives are fueled by the results of the space race technology. From online dating to your smart watch heart monitor, GPS to groceries; explore the far ranging ways the space race completely changed YOUR life. In this two part series we’ll explore technologies we take for granted in our daily lives, tracing its roots back to the quest for the stars, and imagine our world had it never happened.
A World Without NASA (2020 )
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We examine how animals have evolved over the course of time and analyze how we can benefit from their evolution.
The Animal Within (2020 )
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British comedian and travel enthusiast Griff Rhys Jones hops on some of Australia's most impressive long distance trains, travelling across the expansive outback and along spectacular coastlines.
Griff's Great Australian Rail Trip (2020 )
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Gripping clips of kidnappings, break-ins, car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes rack up millions of views. But crimes gone viral goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story. Viral video of good samaritans who intervene to stop crimes, brave victims who fight back against their attackers, clever prison escapes and a shark heist.
Crimes Gone Viral (2020 )
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House hunters explore properties on some of the dreamiest beaches around the globe; from a rustic retreat on a tropical island in Thailand to a luxurious seaside hideaway in Portugal, families turn oceanside getaways into their everyday dream homes.
Beach Around the World (2020 )
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Podcaster Bob Ruff reexamines the 1993 murders of 8-year-old boys Stevie Branch, Michael Moore and Christopher Byers, using new technology and investigative insights in the hope of uncovering new information for the victims' families.
The Forgotten West Memphis Three (2020 )
