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Prehistoric Planet
2022
Prehistoric Planet
2022
star 8.3Experience the wonders of our world like never before in this epic series from Jon Favreau and the producers of Planet Earth. Travel back 66 million years to when majestic dinosaurs and extraordinary creatures roamed the lands, seas, and skies.Number One on the Call Sheet
2025
star 4.8Some of Hollywood's biggest stars reveal their journeys to game-changing leading roles. In candid interviews, they shine a light on the highs and lows of their craft, breakthrough moments, blueprints for success, and the next generation's huge potential.Visible: Out on Television
2020
star 6.9Explore the history of the American LGBTQ movement through the lens of TV in this five-part docuseries. Combining archival footage with new interviews, the series looks at homophobia, the evolution of LGBTQ characters, and coming out in the TV world.Real Madrid: Until the End
2023
star 8Step onto the field and go behind the scenes with the iconic soccer team for a look at their astonishing 2021–2022 season. Fueled by their fervent fans, they defy the odds and silence the skeptics.The Me You Can't See
2021
The Me You Can't See
2021
star 6.3Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry join forces to guide honest discussions about mental health.Lincoln's Dilemma
2022
Lincoln's Dilemma
2022
star 6.9Discover a side of Abraham Lincoln you've never seen before. In this four-part docuseries, a diverse panel of historians and rare archival materials offer a more nuanced look into the man dubbed the Great Emancipator.The Secret Lives of Animals
2024
star 8Discover the clever and creative ways animals navigate life’s most extraordinary challenges, from leaving home to finding a partner.Earth at Night in Colour
2020
star 8.1Filmed across six continents, this docuseries uses cutting-edge camera technology to capture animals' nocturnal lives, revealing new behaviours filmed in full color like never before.Earthsounds
2024
Earthsounds
2024
star 8.9Immersive audio reveals the unexpected, unfamiliar, and untold ways in which animals communicate around the world.1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything
2021
star 7.7In a tumultuous era, 1971 was a year of musical innovation and rebirth fueled by the political and cultural upheaval of the time. Stars reached new heights, fresh talent exploded onto the scene, and boundaries expanded like never before.Mr. Scorsese
2025
Mr. Scorsese
2025
star 8.1Explore the many lives of Martin Scorsese through intimate interviews with the man himself, access to his private archives, plus conversations with Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Margot Robbie, Daniel Day-Lewis, Steven Spielberg, and more.The Dynasty: New England Patriots
2024
star 8.2Go inside the franchise's 20-year journey, from the unique chemistry that fueled six Super Bowl wins to the internal strife that sparked a turf war. Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft, and key players reveal the road to—and cost of—greatness.Tiny World
2020
Tiny World
2020
star 8This docuseries showcases nature's lesser-known tiny heroes. Spotlighting small creatures and the extraordinary things they do to survive, each episode is filled with surprising stories and spectacular cinematography.Boom! Boom! The World vs Boris Becker
2023
star 6.5An inside look at the controversial life and career of tennis great Boris Becker—featuring interviews with John McEnroe, Novak Djokovic, Björn Borg, and other icons.Fight for Glory: 2024 World Series
2025
star 6.2Experience the battle of juggernauts like never before as the Yankees and Dodgers revive MLB's most iconic playoff rivalry. With intimate access to superstar players, managers, and their families, witness the sacrifices it takes to claim baseball's throne.Make or Break
2022
Make or Break
2022
star 6Dive into the world of pro surfing as the best in the sport travel the globe to compete for the World Championship title. With unprecedented access, this docuseries captures the athletes' lives on tour and the sacrifices they make to get to the top.The Reluctant Traveller with Eugene Levy
2023
star 7.4Award-winning actor and nervous explorer Eugene Levy steps out of his comfort zone for a whirlwind tour of the world's most beautiful and intriguing destinations.Greatness Code
2020
Greatness Code
2020
star 6.6Iconic athletes pull back the curtain on a pivotal career moment when they touched greatness. A stylized hybrid of live action and visual effects, this short-form docuseries sheds new light on the sports legends you thought you knew.Big Beasts
2023
Big Beasts
2023
star 7.5Travel from freezing poles to tropical rainforests to meet nature’s most captivating giants, who prove being big comes with enormous challenges.Super League: The War for Football
2023
star 6.8The past, present, and future of European football collide when plans for a breakaway league emerge, leaving the game’s most powerful leaders to defend—or upend—the traditions of the sport.
