Browse documentary series in US
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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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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 )
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In the three-hour special, investigative journalist Diane Dimond explores whether the billionaire’s death was really a suicide or part of a far more sinister cover-up at the hands of a powerful friend with something to hide.
Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein? (2020 )
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Produced by Label News & RMC Découverte. Past Preservers provided Expert Archaeologists Dr Maria Nilsson & John Ward.
Scanning the Nile (2020 )
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A lookback down the memory lane at the lives of the stars who disappeared into the darkness.
Tarader Shesh Tarpon (2020 )
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In the new series, SUPER FACTORIES, viewers will be taken inside of the world’s smartest, biggest and most cutting-edge factories to get a behind-the-scenes look at the many unique products they manufacture at baffling speeds with astonishing efficiency and precision. From the big and the mighty machines that push boundaries to create things like the McLaren supercar and Tesla batteries, to the useful products that make everyday life go round, such as the inner workings of UPS and the journey of Amazon parcels, SUPER FACTORIES spotlights the factories that make our world what it is today.
Super Factories (2020 )
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Follow host, Jacob Ward from the farthest corners of the globe to the inside of your mind as he sets out to discover we are not who we think we are. This four-part series examines how easy it is to hack your mind and what you can do.
Hacking Your Mind (2020 )
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In 1985, American DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered by Mexico’s most notorious drug lords. Thirty-five years later, three former cartel insiders share unprecedented details. This is the story of Camarena, the drug cartel he infiltrated, and the narc who risked everything to discover the truth.
The Last Narc (2020 )
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Follow investigators as they dissect complicated relationships between spouses, friends and family members to answer the question: Who felt a love so strong it drove them to kill?
Twisted Love (2020 )
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Life in Berlin in 1945 before, during and after the battle of Berlin seen through the eyes of those who were there at the time from common Berliners to Allied troops.
Berlin 1945 (2020 )
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Coyote Peterson and his Brave Wilderness crew plunge into the rain forest of Costa Rica where they encounter Central America's most lethal pit viper! The journey is strewn with obstacles and danger as we Return to the Wilderness!
Coyote Peterson - Brave The Wild (2020 )
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Music has many masters. Some play instruments. Others computers. Some balance audio levels. Others balance minds. But they all play a critical part in making the artform sing.
&Music (2020 )
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A look into the disappearance of Carole Baskin's first husband, Don Lewis.
Joe Exotic: Tigers, Lies and Cover-Up (2020 )
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This documentary series delves into the battleships, submarines and aircraft carriers that have changed the history of modern warfare.
Sea Power (2020 )
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A look back at some of the most unforgettable moments in The First 48’s history. Each episode presents different cases previously featured on the show, all with a common theme.
The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes (2020 )
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A six-part series focusing on the stories of people devastated by a loved one’s murder. Using highly personal, self-shot footage, the show examines the murder and the effect on those left behind.
Raw Terror (2020 )
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This gripping true-crime series explores cases of innocent people murdered in their own homes by someone they thought they could trust and, in some cases, had known for many years.
Murder at My Door (2020 )
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This harrowing half-hour archive series revisits some of the most brutal killers in modern history, reviewing news footage and the words of the killers themselves to see which terrifying traits each killer exhibited. What are the signs...of evil?
Signs of a Psychopath (2020 )
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The South can be as shadowy as the muddy waters that run through it, especially when it comes to crime. This true crime docuseries is an exploration of the duplicitous characters, unique settings and boundless mysteries of the American South.
Southern Gothic (2020 )
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Evil casts a shadow. That shadow spreads outward for years, even decades, after a crime. It consumes everyone in its path, pulling them into darkness. Can they find the light? Evil Lives Here: Shadows of Death explores the endless reach of evil, a reach that extends long after the act of evil itself. This original series highlights the struggle to survive as innocent people find themselves caught in the wake of death and evil.
Evil Lives Here: Shadows Of Death (2020 )
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When an attack happens, investigators must first consider motive. All too often, the true identity of a killer is masked by a twisted web of deceit in which revenge and hate are the fuel feeding their dark souls. Hiding in plain sight, they can spend years in the shadows before finally being caught - a single clue unlocking a Pandora's box of haunting tales of terror, loathing and fear. As identities are revealed, a chain is completed - uncovering a grim series of interconnected crimes and a trail of suffering in their wake that haunts communities and loved ones for decades.
Devil Among Us (2020 )
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In 1993, three teenagers were believed to be responsible for the brutal murder of three eight-year-old boys in West Memphis, Arkansas. Experts delve deep inside the investigation of this triple homicide, exploring the evidence and possible motives.
The West Memphis Three (2020 )
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Samuel Little may not be the first name that comes to mind when thinking of serial killers, but he is one of the most prolific and elusive of all time. He was convicted of murdering four women but is thought to have killed as many as 93 women over four decades. For the first time ever, viewers will have exclusive access to investigators, stories from families and chillingly detailed descriptions from Samuel Little himself.
The 93 Victims of Samuel Little (2020 )
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Some of the New York City's most dramatic true-crime stories from the perspective of the New York Post journalists who covered the cases.
Torn from the Headlines: New York Post Reports (2020 )
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Lurking behind every murder is the truth. But what if the people involved in the case disagree on what the truth is and what really happened? We have to determine who is trustworthy, and who isn't. We must decide which details matter and which ones don't, and whose memories seem clear and accurate. This original series interviews people with conflicting perspectives on a real murder case to reveal the true Killer In Question.
Killer In Question (2020 )
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A three-part documentary series that recounts the notorious killer's crimes, the decades long investigation that captured him, and the effect his brutal murders had on everyone in his orbit, especially his daughter who speaks openly about what it is like to be the daughter of a serial killer.
BTK: Chasing a Serial Killer (2020 )
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A look at the life and downfall of Aaron Hernandez.
Aaron Hernandez: An ID Murder Mystery (2020 )
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The man with the van creeps up, offering a lift for the stranded, showing up outside a home, intercepting people on the road; he’ll make the ride mandatory for those who resist; there’s no escape from the man with a van.
Man with a Van (2020 )
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CHAOS IN COURT examines clips of dramatic, unexpected, and cathartic courtroom moments. Each episode brings the backstories of the crimes and legal proceedings to the forefront with insightful analysis from a diverse panel of experts including judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and criminal psychologists. Featured within each episode are interviews with defendants, family members, and others who witnessed the action to help bring dramatic courtroom moments to life, and the emotional realities of what happens when the ultimate stakes are on trial.
Chaos in Court (2020 )
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The twisted-but-true stories of established communities and social circles turned upside down by the presence of a single newcomer, leading to murders that slowly reveal not everyone is who they seem.
Stranger Among Us (2020 )
