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Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies

2017

Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies

2017
There are rivalries, and then there is the Celtics versus the Lakers. “Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies,” a five-hour, three-part 30 for 30 film event, chronicles the storied franchises’ epic clashes and relives the Boston-LA battle from both sides with sensational footage and fresh, insightful interviews.
Hoarders

2009

Hoarders

2009
6.4
Each episode of Hoarders is a fascinating look inside the lives of two different people whose inability to part with their belongings is so out of control that they are on the verge of a personal crisis.
Neymar: The Perfect Chaos

2022

Neymar: The Perfect Chaos

2022
7.4
Beloved worldwide but also a lightning rod for criticism, Neymar shares the highs and lows of his personal life and brilliant football career.
The Last Dance

2020

The Last Dance

2020
8.2
A 10-part documentary chronicling the untold story of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls dynasty with rare, never-before-seen footage and sound from the 1997-98 championship season – plus over 100 interviews with famous figures and basketball’s biggest names.
Coronavirus, Explained

2020

Coronavirus, Explained

2020
6.9
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.
Bill Nye Saves the World

2017

Bill Nye Saves the World

2017
3.7
Bill Nye explores science and its impact on politics, society and pop culture. Each episode tackles a topic from a scientific point of view, dispelling myths, and refuting anti-scientific claims that may be espoused by politicians, religious leaders or titans of industry.
Hip Hop Evolution

2016

Hip Hop Evolution

2016
7.5
Hip-Hop today is a global culture that has changed music, dance, fashion, language —and even politics. But where did this worldwide cultural movement begin? We trace hip-hop back to its humble beginnings, when the kids of the Bronx crammed into house parties, rec rooms, and public parks to hear music like they’d never heard it before.
MeatEater

2012

MeatEater

2012
8.1
Hunter, author, cook and conservationist Steven Rinella treks into the world's most remote, beautiful regions, bringing game meat from field to table.
This Is the Zodiac Speaking

2024

This Is the Zodiac Speaking

2024
7.4
In this true-crime docuseries, a family searching for answers shares clues and eye-opening testimonies about the prime suspect in the Zodiac murders.
The Playbook

2020

The Playbook

2020
6.4
Coaches with championship résumés share their personal rules for success in sports and life in this reflective and inspiring documentary series.
Somebody Feed Phil

2018

Somebody Feed Phil

2018
7.3
"Everybody Loves Raymond" creator Phil Rosenthal travels the globe to take in the local cuisine and culture of Bangkok, Lisbon, Mexico City and more.
Chef's Table: France

2016

Chef's Table: France

2016
8.5
Sample the bold new flavors of France with chefs who are pushing the boundaries of fine dining and reinventing a rich culinary tradition.
American Murder: Gabby Petito

2025

American Murder: Gabby Petito

2025
7.2
What happened in the final days of Gabby Petito's life? In this gripping true-crime series, her loved ones reveal the untold story of her tragic murder.
When Missing Turns to Murder

2019

When Missing Turns to Murder

2019
8
British true crime documentary series using powerful and emotional testimony from families and friends when a missing persons enquiry turns into a murder investigation.
Unsolved Mysteries

2020

Unsolved Mysteries

2020
7.7
Real cases of perplexing disappearances, shocking murders and paranormal encounters fuel this gripping revival of the iconic documentary series.
Chef's Table: Noodles

2024

Chef's Table: Noodles

2024
8
Uncover the art of noodle-making with world-renowned chefs as they share their culinary journeys and the stories behind their delicious signature dishes.
Polo

2024

Polo

2024
5.9
This rousing docuseries goes behind the scenes of professional polo, offering an unprecedented look into the players' lives on and off the field.
The Lost Pirate Kingdom

2021

The Lost Pirate Kingdom

2021
7.5
The real-life pirates of the Caribbean violently plunder the world's riches and form a surprisingly egalitarian republic in this documentary series.
Khawater

2005

Khawater

2005
8.9
Hurts Like Hell

2022

Hurts Like Hell

2022
8.1
From illegal gambling to match-fixing, discover the seedy underworld behind the once-revered sport of Muay Thai in this drama inspired by real events.