Popular Documentary TV Shows on Plex - Page 15

Thunder Bay

2023

Thunder Bay

2023
4
Ryan McMahon is on a quest to uncover the truth in the deaths of numerous Indigenous people in Thunder Bay, Ontario – a city known as the homicide and hate crime capital of Canada.
PROMISELAND

2021

PROMISELAND

2021
Take an intimate journey with NBA rookie Ja Morant as he navigates the perils of the 2019–2020 season—not just a challenging year for live basketball, but for humanity. Apart from the suspension of his sport, the young point guard must grapple with a world utterly transformed by a global pandemic and the urgent call for racial justice. Guest stars include Carmelo Anthony, A’ja Wilson and more.
The Preppy Murder: Death in Central Park

2019

The Preppy Murder: Death in Central Park

2019
6.8
True crime series which re-examines one of the most infamous crimes in recent U.S. history – the 1986 killing of Jennifer Levin at the hands of Robert Chambers.
Brave Wilderness

2021

Brave Wilderness

2021
5.8
Join adventurer and science expert Coyote Peterson and his crew on a variety of expeditions to dispel myths about dangerous insects, capture the splendor of hiking trails, introduce rare sea animals and much more on this revolutionary science and nature series.
The 101 Events That Made The 20th Century

2018

The 101 Events That Made The 20th Century

2018
8
The history of mankind is a never-ending story of change, revolution, and evolution, but surely no span of a hundred years can claim to have changed the world so dramatically as the Twentieth Century. In this series we examine the 101 Events which, in the judgment of experts, including those who contribute to the series, most influentially shaped the century, our world, and our way of life.
Buying the Bayou

2013

Buying the Bayou

2013
6
The Ultimate Civil War Series

2012

The Ultimate Civil War Series

2012
7
This soon-to-be classic documentary mini-series traces the causes, courses as well as the major events and personalities of the American Civil War. Between 1861 and 1865, this epic American story of struggle and survival was written in blood, and in this series is told mostly from first-hand accounts and in the spoken words of the participants themselves, through their diaries, letters, and memoirs. The series concludes with Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House and the surrender of the western Confederate Army to Sherman in North Carolina in the spring of 1865. It then explores the legacy of slavery and the consequences and meaning of a war that transformed the country forever.
Cops Who Kill With Will Mellor

2023

Cops Who Kill With Will Mellor

2023
7.5
In each episode, TV personality and actor Will Mellor is joined by a panel of experts, including ex-Detective Superintendent Julie McKay, psychologist Serena Simmons and ex-Murder Detective Howard Groves. They will try to unravel how and why a police officer can switch from law enforcer to lawbreaker, as well as tell the story of how they were brought to justice for their horrendous actions.
The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure

2014

The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure

2014
7.7
Dave Myers and Simon King take an adventurous road trip to explore the local way of life and the origins of some of the West's favorite Asian cuisine.
Last Night Out

2025

Last Night Out

2025
Last Night Out reveals the chilling stories of the final night of fun for those whose evenings end in tragedy. We meet the under 35s who go out to have a good time but a terrible turn in events leads to their murders. This UK series uses intimate, down-the-lens interviews with family members, friends, and key figures from the investigation team to tell the stories of these tragic deaths. Blending CCTV footage, social media posts and home movies, each episode forensically pieces together the narrative of their last night out.
The 101 Who Made The Twentieth Century

2015

The 101 Who Made The Twentieth Century

2015
7
The 20th century was a golden age that changed the course of the world rapidly, irreversibly and dramatically. The rapid technological progress of the century was built on science, exploration and other creative possibilities -- and heavily influenced by two world wars. It was based upon the actions of individuals and what they created, what they discovered and even what they destroyed. This documentary series takes a look into the 101 people who were most responsible for shaping the world and how the people view it today.
Alex Polizzi's Secret Italy

2014

Alex Polizzi's Secret Italy

2014
7
Hotel Inspector Alex Polizzi explores the culture, cuisine and history of Italy.
Never Ever Do This at Home

2013

Never Ever Do This at Home

2013
6
Almost every product, every activity, and every TV-show comes with a warning. Is everything really as dangerous as we are led to believe? We test all the warnings you have ever heard so that YOU don’t have to.
Cult of Personality

2019

Cult of Personality

2019
8
The series explores the psychological underpinnings of cult leaders, examining their personal histories, motivations, and transformation into charismatic figures with significant influence over their followers.
People Like Pus

2019

People Like Pus

2019
London-based dermatologists offer an inside look at their dermatology clinic, where they help patients with their skin problems.
Murdered at First Sight

2022

Murdered at First Sight

2022
Most killers know their victims but recently there has been an alarming rise in 'stranger murders'. This is the shocking stories of people who were killed by someone they had never met.
Royals: Keeping the Crown

2021

Royals: Keeping the Crown

2021
6.5
Nothing quite captures the world’s attention like the rise, the fall, and the rebranding of royalty. From Queen Victoria’s attempts to unite Europe, to the end of Russia’s Romanovs, right up to Princes William and Harry, this series explores the survival strategies of royals through the ages.
The Radical Story of Patty Hearst

2018

The Radical Story of Patty Hearst

2018
7.2
Follow the transformation of Patty Hearst from heiress to terrorist in a saga of privilege, celebrity, politics, media, revolution, and violence. Over forty years later, newly discovered evidence, archival footage, cinematic recreations and exclusive firsthand accounts shed light on one of the biggest and most bizarre stories in modern American history.
Made For Murder

2021

Made For Murder

2021
Were they destined to kill? Psychologists, detectives, family and friends walk us through the life stories of 10 serial killers to find out what made them commit their horrific crimes.
Ainsley's Mediterranean Cookbook

2020

Ainsley's Mediterranean Cookbook

2020
Ainsley travels the Med visiting the countries that have shaped Mediterranean cooking and discovers colourful cuisine from three different continents.