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Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?

2023

Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?

2023
7
Famed Rush bassist Geddy Lee travels to the homes of some of music’s most renowned bass players and digs into the stories that make these musicians stand out. A follow-up to his recent book, “Geddy Lee’s Big Beautiful Book of Bass,” the new 4-part series features episodes with Krist Novoselic (Nirvana), Les Claypool (Primus), Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, Smashing Pumpkins) and Rob Trujillo (Metallica).
Air Warriors

2014

Air Warriors

2014
6.2
They are the high-flying pride of the U.S. military, one-of-a-kind warriors that, over the decades, collectively revolutionized aerial warfare. Through rare, archival footage and compelling testimonies, meet the men and women who fly and maintain these Air Warriors and see how they've overcome incredible obstacles to rule the sky.
Brazil Untamed

2016

Brazil Untamed

2016
10
The Pantanal is the world's largest tropical wetland, a lush environment where a tangled web of lives comes together. Tree-dwelling capuchin monkeys, gravity-defying Piraputanga fish that leap out of the water to pluck fruit from trees, and over 650 species of birds call this ecosystem home. Wade into this wonderland of biodiversity and uncover its natural rhythms.
Never Seen Again

2022

Never Seen Again

2022
7
Docuseries told from the point of view of those left behind after a loved one vanishes without a trace.
The Lost Tapes

2016

The Lost Tapes

2016
10
Encounter the Pearl Harbor attacks, the L.A. riots, the Son of Sam murders and Patty Hearst's kidnapping the way they unfolded on TVs and radios across America. We present these shocking events from the 20th century, not through traditional journalistic reportage, but in real-time, as they were covered by national and local news broadcasts. This footage, much of which has not been seen in decades, gives an intimacy and immediacy to stories we thought we knew but will now rediscover through a unique perspective.
Willie Nelson & Family

2023

Willie Nelson & Family

2023
9
The first authorized work exploring the extraordinary life of Willie Nelson traverses the personal and career ups, downs, and in-betweens of one of the world’s most beloved musicians.
Epic Yellowstone

2019

Epic Yellowstone

2019
10
Bill Pullman introduces and narrates this four-part documentary on the world's first national park, Yellowstone.
MTV's Family Legacy

2023

MTV's Family Legacy

2023
3.5
A brand new music series that looks back on the most celebrated moments of legendary artists -- from Diddy to *NSYNC -- through the eyes of their kids.
Celebrity True Crime Story

2021

Celebrity True Crime Story

2021
7
Host Monica helps unravel the mystery and the motives behind high-profile celebrity crimes, revealing a dark side to being in the public eye
Infamy: When Fame Turns Deadly

2021

Infamy: When Fame Turns Deadly

2021
9
Host Monica helps unravel the mystery and the motives behind high-profile celebrity crimes, revealing a dark side to being in the public eye.
Murder in the Thirst

2019

Murder in the Thirst

2019
10
Hosted by LisaRaye, Murder in the Thirst explores scandalous and shocking true-crime stories. With stylized recreations of the crimes themselves and interviews with the real-life players involved, the show explores what pushes someone to murder.
Mighty Trains

2016

Mighty Trains

2016
5.8
A journey riding the rails around the world, from the locomotive to rail traffic control to the maintenance depot.
The Challenge: Untold History

2022

The Challenge: Untold History

2022
8.7
Exploring the conception of the reality show. Featuring commentaries from competitors, producers, media analysts and famous fans.
Africa's Hunters

2017

Africa's Hunters

2017
6
A wise old leopard is challenged by a young rival; a lion cub struggles to find his place in the pride; and a lowly young hyena needs to grow up fast as the dry season takes hold. Powerful, personal stories will reveal the unique characters and amazing adaptations of Africa's top predators, followed in intimate detail, in the Zambian wilderness.
Mighty Cruise Ships

2014

Mighty Cruise Ships

2014
7
A spin-off of the hugely successful Mighty Ships series, Mighty Cruise Ships documents the most dynamic passenger vessels in the world en route to unbelievably glorious paradise hotspots.
Sacred Sites

2016

Sacred Sites

2016
This docuseries uses scientific breakthroughs and archaeological research to bring new perspectives to some of the most remarkable, but mysterious, religious locations. Each episode focuses on a site, exploring fundamental questions about the landmarks and the people who constructed them. Exploring the sites allows the show to provide insight into the ancient civilizations and how their practices and struggles are reflected in the shrines and temples they constructed.
Mighty Planes

2012

Mighty Planes

2012
5.3
Mighty Planes explores the art and science of aviation, on planes that soar to faraway places on astounding missions. From preparation, loading and take off, through the journey and to the landing and unloading, viewers will experience the high-stakes and high-stress jobs through the eyes and lives of the characters that make it all happen. Featuring the genius of flight technology with the aid of high-end CGI, shot in HD, and recorded in 5.1 surround sound, MIGHTY PLANES captures all the action as it happens.
The Pacific War in Color

2018

The Pacific War in Color

2018
7.4
Witness iconic assaults, intense battles, and intimate moments of the Pacific War, in color.
Combat Ships

2017

Combat Ships

2017
8.3
The very first submarine, which legend claims lurked beneath New York Harbor during the American Revolutionary War. The small ships that rescued thousands from Dunkirk. The destroyer that forced the easing of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Over the centuries, conflicts have prompted advances to ship designs, making vessels stronger, faster, smarter, and capable of changing the course of wars. Join us as we examine the world's greatest Combat Ships, and reveal how they shaped world history and inspired men and women to acts of incredible courage.
The Real Story

2008

The Real Story

2008
10
Discover the true stories involving very real people, places and events -- some known to the public, others hidden from it -- that went on to inspire some of Hollywood's biggest hits, most iconic heroes and notorious villains.