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The Curious Life and Death of...

2020

The Curious Life and Death of...

2020
7.5
Author and medical historian Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris uses science, tests, and demonstrations to shed new light on famous deaths, ranging from drug lord Pablo Escobar to magician Harry Houdini. Using her lab to perform virtual autopsies, experiment with blood samples, interview witnesses and conduct real-time demonstrations, Dr. Fitzharris puts everything about these mysterious deaths to the test.
Planes That Changed the World

2015

Planes That Changed the World

2015
This new series features the fascinating stories of three of the most important commercial aircraft ever to take to the skies.
Behind the Music

2021

Behind the Music

2021
4.5
The groundbreaking and prolific music documentary series returns with several new episodes and the best of the vault remastered and updated for today’s audiences featuring artist interviews, a creative refresh and reimagined visual style.
Born in Synanon

2023

Born in Synanon

2023
7.3
One woman's journey to discover the truth about Synanon, the experimental community that turned into a full-blown cult.
Die Anden - Natur am Limit

2018

Die Anden - Natur am Limit

2018
10
Burden of Guilt

2025

Burden of Guilt

2025
7
Follow Tracyraquel Berns' emotional journey to unravel the convoluted excuses that were given about her baby brother Matthew's sudden death when she was just two years old.
Epic Warrior Women

2018

Epic Warrior Women

2018
7
Join us as we tell the tales of history's most iconic female fighters, from the legendary Amazons of Central Asia to the gladiators of the Roman Empire to the all-female fighting force of West Africa.
Pillowcase Murders

2024

Pillowcase Murders

2024
7
When dozens of women enjoying their golden years unexpectedly died at Senior Living Communities across the Dallas area, authorities classified the deaths as natural causes. No one suspected that a cold-blooded, serial killer, posing as a maintenance man, was targeting one of the most vulnerable populations: elderly women.
Aerial Cities

2018

Aerial Cities

2018
8
Fascinating insights in the day and night life of some of America’s most famed metropolises. Along with showcasing each city’s iconic landmarks and often-surprising history, the series’ 4K cameras capture a bird’s-eye perspective of the frenzy of work and play that make each city so distinctive.
Seasons of the Wild

2015

Seasons of the Wild

2015
Africa's Hidden Kingdoms

2016

Africa's Hidden Kingdoms

2016
9
In this series we explore the unknown corners of Africa, delving past the fame of the Big Five we uncover a treasure trove of Hidden Kingdoms, fertile ecosystems are brimming with natural secrets.
An American Aristocrat's Guide to Great Estates

2020

An American Aristocrat's Guide to Great Estates

2020
Sprawling estates and magnificent castles dot Britain's landscape, passed down from one aristocratic heir or heiress to the next. But life in a stately home isn't quite the fairy tale it's made out to be. Join Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke as she ventures through some of the most storied and remarkable estates in Great Britain. From England's Newby Hall and Holdenby House to Scotland's Inveraray and Floors Castles, this is an all-access look at grand residences and the families who keep their histories alive.
Britain In Color

2019

Britain In Color

2019
6
Britain in Color showcases key moments in 20th century Britain seen for the first time in color.
Legends of the Pharaohs

2021

Legends of the Pharaohs

2021
5.7
This documentary series brings to life Egypt’s great pyramid builders and traces one remarkable century of epic construction at Giza, shining a light on the personal stories of individuals who took part in the construction of the pyramids and the Great Sphinx.
Alaska Aircrash Investigations

2016

Alaska Aircrash Investigations

2016
4
Ride along with the NTSB and its inter-agency partners as they work together towards determining the probable cause of aircraft accidents. These NTSB investigations provide a window into the integral role of air travel in Alaskan life, while raising awareness that might prevent future accidents.
Forensic Firsts

2012

Forensic Firsts

2012
7
#CyberSleuths: The Idaho Murders

2024

#CyberSleuths: The Idaho Murders

2024
8
Four college students are murdered in Idaho. A group of amateur detectives obsessed with true crime try to solve the case by examining evidence and pursuing leads.
Football Must Go On

2023

Football Must Go On

2023
The captivating journey of Shakhtar Donetsk, a Ukrainian football club, as they compete in the 2022-23 UEFA Champions League season against the constant backdrop of war.
Combat Trains

2015

Combat Trains

2015
7
For over a century, locomotives played a vital role in wartime. We explore some of the trains and railways, from the American Civil War through World War II, that turned the tides of battles and changed history. Rarely seen archival footage and accounts from vets who were there highlight these thrilling stories of engineering genius and extraordinary bravery.
Inside Windsor Castle

2017

Inside Windsor Castle

2017
7
A look at life in Windsor Castle over the last 80 years, including the tragedies, triumphs, romances and scandals of the Royal Family.