Browse documentary series in US
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The never-before-seen story behind the murder of Michael Jordan's father, James Jordan.
Moment of Truth (2021 )
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This six-part documentary reveals the person behind the princess, with rarely seen footage and new interviews that reframe the conventional story of her life and legacy. The series explores Diana's strength and flaws, revealing a compelling and complicated woman who was an aristocratic rebel, fashion icon, humanitarian hero, hopeless romantic, and dedicated mother.
Diana (2021 )
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True-crime documentary series telling the story of police investigations, focused on the moment detectives realise they have cracked the case. It may be a DNA match, the moment an alibi is disproven or a dramatic interview room confession.
The Moment of Proof (2021 )
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Explore how the late Gwen Shamblin Lara, who founded the controversial Remnant Fellowship Church and created the Christian weight loss program The Weigh Down Workshop, rose to fame as a diet guru and church leader.
The Way Down: God, Greed, and the Cult of Gwen Shamblin (2021 )
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This documentary series covers some of Norway's most famous crimes with a whole new insight into the investigation and the hunt for the culprit through the point of view of those who were closest to the cases.
Norwegian Crime Stories (2021 )
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The dramatic twists and turns of the investigation into Rachel O’Reilly’s murder in 2004, and the devastating impact it had on her loved ones, featuring testimony from those who were closest to the case.
The Lie Murder in Suburbia (2021 )
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The fox is secretive, spending much of its life out of sight. In this engaging two part special, we explore the life of these often vilified and misunderstood creatures.
Foxes: Their Secret World (2021 )
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For centuries, explorers have searched for the Bible’s most sacred religious artefacts. One of the most mysterious of these objects is the famed Ark of the Covenant. The gold-plated wooden chest – one of the most instrumental symbols of faith and God's presence – was believed to house the two tablets bearing the Ten Commandments. The Ark’s exact whereabouts has long puzzled scholars. Where did it go? And why has it remained such a mystery?
Secrets of the Lost Ark (2021 )
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With exclusive access to UK Sotheby's International Realty, we peek behind the doors of some of the most incredible homes, as brokers set about selling jaw-dropping houses
Britain’s Most Expensive Houses (2021 )
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An incredible motoring team focus exclusively on electric, hybrid and hydrogen vehicles, with new tests, races and motors from around the world. From the latest kit to the future of EV, they’ve got electric cars covered.
Fifth Gear: Recharged (2021 )
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Elizabeth Vargas breaks down some of the toughest cases in the pursuit of justice.
America's Most Wanted (2021 )
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A series of reports chosen by "Dateline" correspondents that answers the question they most often get asked — what their most memorable story is and why.
Dateline: Unforgettable (2021 )
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Series going behind the scenes at the Credit Union loan office.
The Borrowers (2021 )
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Take an intimate journey with NBA rookie Ja Morant as he navigates the perils of the 2019–2020 season—not just a challenging year for live basketball, but for humanity. Apart from the suspension of his sport, the young point guard must grapple with a world utterly transformed by a global pandemic and the urgent call for racial justice. Guest stars include Carmelo Anthony, A’ja Wilson and more.
PROMISELAND (2021 )
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On the eve of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, Jonnie Peacock is on a mission to help five young amputees realise their sporting potential. Over the course of a year-long training camp, Jonnie uses state of the art technology, inspirational guests and his own experiences to get the kids to achieve things they never thought possible in this epic in scope but intimate documentary two-part series.
Jonnie's Blade Camp (2021 )
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In this tell-all drama documentary series, we lift the lid on these titans of music. Hearing from friends, family, band members, partners and the people who were all part of the journey, we piece together the turbulent childhoods, explosive teenage years, relationships with parents, girlfriends, wives and the band members of these unique individuals. We take those that knew them best back to the places where their legends were born – the apartments, clubs, dives, houses and cars in which these men were forged. From crippling drug addictions to scandalous affairs, we’ll uncover the shocking reality of what it takes to be a frontman; we’ll tap into the vast musical archive, use rare band interviews and remarkable off stage footage to piece together each dramatic tale.
Frontman (2021 )
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Part documentary, part historical drama, this series follows the fortunes of the different members of the Boleyn family, ultimately made notorious for daughter Anne’s marriage to Henry VIII and execution.
The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family (2021 )
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A portrait of the incredible mysteries and secrets hidden behind the walls of European castles, from the Middle Ages to modern history.
Castles, Secrets, Mysteries & Legends (2021 )
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June 1940: Hitler launches tanks and troops across France, Belgium, and Holland. Germany is impoverished, has few raw materials, and no oil or currency. How did the Nazis manage to set off the cataclysm of WWII with such little money and a weak economy? Based on the work of a new generation of French, British and German historians, we take an economic, industrial and financial approach to the Third Reich, exploring the inner workings of the Nazi system through key characters who have been overshadowed by history.
LES NAZIS ET l'argent (2021 )
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After a lifetime of travels that have taken her across the globe, Joanna Lumley is making her most personal journey yet, retracing old steps and exploring the wonders of the country she calls home.
Joanna Lumley's Britain (2021 )
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This documentary series celebrates the biggest names in the history of pro football. Each episode focuses on a single subject, whose career comes to life through a deep dive into the NFL Films archive.
NFL Icons (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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Using powerful case studies drawn from her popular TV shows Deadly Women and Facing Evil, former FBI profiler Candice DeLong works to find common behavioural links between some of the world's worst perpetrators. What is it that make these criminals tick? Candice uncovers the red flags that might just save a life.
The Deadly Type With Candice DeLong (2021 )
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From the golden beaches of Australia and the deep jungles of Panama to the foothills of Kilimanjaro and the Serengeti Plains, this series takes you into the amazing world of animal communities. You will see the hidden dramas of the animal world: the alliances that are formed, the changes that take place and the passions that ignite. Nothing is static, everything evolves.
Animal Social Network (2021 )
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A chronicle of the growth of comic books as a new American art form exploring the decades-long relationship and rivalry between Marvel and DC Comics.
Slugfest (2021 )
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Formula E: Unplugged (2021 )
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Once a feared lawman, the legendary Bat Masterson trades his sheriff's badge for a pen and becomes a newspaper reporter. He now travels the frontier to chronicle the amazing true stories of the Wild West and bring them to life once more.
Wild West Chronicles (2021 )
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Peel back the curtain on the famously secretive Japanese company that would eventually take the global videogame industry by storm. Discover the humble beginnings of a gaming business that began many decades before the invention of television, and ride along the bumpy road of hits, misses, and wild ideas that turned Nintendo from a local playing card maker into a worldwide household name.
Playing with Power: The Nintendo Story (2021 )
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A journey through the Australian landscape and the unique stories of the land, deepening our connection with nature.
Back to Nature (2021 )
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Dives deep into unsolved murders of women that have been found strangled across Chicago.
The Hunt for the Chicago Strangler (2021 )
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From the deep oceans in a state-of-the-art submarine on the Great Barrier Reef, to the ancient rainforests of Borneo, David Attenborough embarks on a unique natural history adventure across the globe and through time.
David Attenborough's Global Adventure (2021 )
