In the rural Ireland of 1984, the murder of an unidentified infant begins a series of events that eventually shine a spotlight on prejudice, ignorance and police corruption.
Adventurer and conservationist Steve Backshall has first-hand, free-diving encounters with mighty Sperm whales and intelligent, caring humpback whales; smart but deadly Orcas; and ingenious Bottlenose Dolphins across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans. Using cutting-edge technology, from diver propulsion vehicles to tiny, high-quality drone cameras and split-rig cameras to film above and below the surface simultaneously, Backshall and the team capture never-before-seen behaviors and provide an immersive experience.
Explores the burning of the German Parliament building and how it led to the rise of Nazi dictatorship in the country a month after Adolf Hitler became chancellor.
Explores the harrowing world of homicides ignited by intense disputes within families. The series provides an in-depth look at these tragic cases, featuring firsthand accounts from family members and friends who survived the ordeal, as well as insights from the detectives who cracked them. Each episode delves into the motives behind the crimes, charting the origins, intensification, and catastrophic conclusions of these deadly domestic conflicts.
When the war ends in 1945, the Allies and Soviets sweep across former Nazi territory, freeing Europe from the clutches of the Axis. As the threat of the Nazis recedes, it leaves behind artefacts of a dark science geared towards world domination.
About the history of cryonics in Russia and in the world. In each episode, the stories of different clients of the Kriorus company will be shown: why they decided to cryonize themselves, their relatives or animals, and what kind of future they dream of after resurrection.
Travel guide to the regions of Russia with the stars of Russian sports. The documentary project will show the unique places of the country and tell the stories of becoming champions. The film crew travels to different parts of Russia from North Ossetia to Kamchatka to show where the champions grew up. In four issues, the program will tell you how St. Petersburg became the capital of basketball, what the childhood of the strongest wrestler was like, how the harsh climate brought up the famous skier and why North Ossetia is called "little Brazil".
Majestic and explosive, volcanoes are among the mightiest forces on Earth. We take a look at these fiery mountains and their immense ability to cause catastrophic natural disasters.
The shark is considered one of the most dangerous predators for humans. We watch their predatory behavior and listen to stories of people who survived a shark attack.
Groundbreaking documentaries, breathtaking adventures, intriguing history lessons and progressive scientific research. You see this in the best National Geographic programs.
Our dependence on plastic is choking life on our planet. We explore the worrying impact of the global waste crisis and meet the environmental warriors trying to save our world.
Twenty years after 9/11, terrorist groups from around the world still threaten our security. We join the secret missions of the American military who try to counter these threats.
In the bitterly cold winter months it is not easy for animals to survive. We travel to the iciest corners of the world to see how the most resilient animals cope.
Religion affects our entire lives, regardless of our faith. Discover the different concepts of the divine, what it means to discover God and what religion means in our modern society.
The strongest prey animals in the animal kingdom are ruthless hunters. They have a great hunting instinct and are able to eliminate their victims quickly.
The most heinous crimes were committed by the Nazis out of deep hatred. We look at their most terrible misdeeds, from inhumane experiments to their weapons and structures