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Woman

2016

Woman

2016
At the intersection of violence and stability, of oppression and progress, are women. Gloria Steinem travels the world meeting those whose lives are in the crosshairs.
Murder Book

2014

Murder Book

2014
From the moment a slaying is reported, authorities assemble a "Murder Book" to document details of the investigation, starting from the crime scene and ending with the arrest of the perpetrator. Murder Books and the stories within them have been confidential until now. Investigation Discovery's MURDER BOOK reopens recently solved cold cases to reveal the chilling details behind the crime.
Desde la Raíz

2024

Desde la Raíz

2024
Desde la Raíz is a captivating four-part series that dives deep into the essence of Mexican culture by exploring four iconic products. From the ancient origins of corn to the fiery allure of chili, from the aromatic richness of coffee to the mystique of mezcal, this series celebrates the flavors, aromas, and stories that shape Mexico's cultural identity. Each episode offers an immersive journey through the rich history, cherished traditions, and bright future of these quintessential elements.
Chinese Dreams

2019

Chinese Dreams

2019
9
In this third series, Ruben Terlou takes us through China again. This time he explores how Chinese people see their own, their children’s, and their country’s futures. He experiences how rapidly China is developing under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, and how this is affecting the lives of ordinary individuals. Once again Ruben finds himself in exceptional situations, meets extraordinary people, and sees some dreams coming true and others being shattered.
Becoming Evil: Cult of Personality

2020

Becoming Evil: Cult of Personality

2020
Murder goes far back into mankind's history. This documentary examines serial killers and cult leaders who shocked the world with their crimes.
The Real Man's Road Trip: Sean & Jon Go West

2012

The Real Man's Road Trip: Sean & Jon Go West

2012
7
Sean Lock and Jon Richardson head to Louisiana to live with Creole cowboys and Cajun swampmen, who wrestle 'gators and castrate bulls with their bare hands.
Secret Societies: In the Shadows

2022

Secret Societies: In the Shadows

2022
Secret rituals. Blood oaths. Dark ceremonies. Fraternal orders. Around the world, and throughout history, secret societies have bubbled under the surface. In crypts and clubhouses, under lock and key, in the darkest corners of the internet, they assemble for mysterious purposes. Do they pull the levers of power or set out to destroy the ones in charge? What dark mysteries lurk behind closed doors; the sacred or the profane?
Inside the Spitfire Factory

2020

Inside the Spitfire Factory

2020
8
A team of dedicated engineers and enthusiasts turn the 1943 Mark IX Spitfire from rusty remains into flying legend.
That Chapter

2023

That Chapter

2023
7.5
With extensive research, That Chapter reveals the details of some of the most chilling true crime cases, some of which remain unsolved today.
Bridge Kids

2021

Bridge Kids

2021
8.5
A show about two kids living under a bridge.
History by the Numbers

2021

History by the Numbers

2021
2
History By The Numbers is an energetic, fast-paced series that takes a global dive into the extraordinary and often overlooked numbers that have created our world’s history. Each episode delves into the numbers and over-the-top stats behind a different subject such as the massive growth of the global fast food empire, the wealth and bloodshed of the world’s top crime bosses, the herculean numbers behind Mount Everest, and the lives of the richest people on earth.
CoComelon JJ's Animal Time

2022

CoComelon JJ's Animal Time

2022
JJ's best animal pals are back and sillier than ever! Sing along with JJ and his friends on their wild and hilarious adventures featuring fairy tales, fables, nursery rhymes, and so much more. At CoComelon, our primary goal has always been to engage families with entertaining and educational content that makes universally-relatable preschool moments fun.
Deadly Hunters

2020

Deadly Hunters

2020
6.9
The Earth, our planet, is a magnificent and diverse world, filled to the brim with life. But life, in all its forms, cannot exist except within a very specific set of rules – among many, to be alive means to breathe, to breed, to sense one’s environment, and importantly – to and nourishment, in whatever form fits. Out in the wild, it’s eat or be eaten, and few escape this one law that governs all. The epic and eternal battle of predator vs. prey has moulded and shaped all life on Earth and resulted in a fierce array of weaponry and masterful set of skills. Deadliest Hunters takes a closer look at some of the animals that have led the way in refining their skills as masterful huntsmen.
Zak Jinks

2019

Zak Jinks

2019
The adventures of a young boy named Zak, who always gets into trouble.
The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes

1991

The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes

1991
9
Holmes and Dr. Watson solve the mysteries of the Disappearance of Lady Frances Carfax, Thor Bridge, Shoscombe Old Place, The Boscombe Valley Mystery, The Illustrious Client and The Creeping Man.
Asking for a Friend

2023

Asking for a Friend

2023
Two single-and-ready-to-mingle best friends try to find love matches for each other by choosing two blind dates for their bestie, later going on two double dates revealing the type of person they think each other should be dating.
The Terror Routes

2011

The Terror Routes

2011
On September 11, 2001, all eyes were riveted on New York as the twin towers were attacked. This film explores the causes of the evil that led to the attacks, by documenting 20 years of relations between Washington, the Arab countries, Pakistan and Europe.
Miracle Pets

2002

Miracle Pets

2002
Miracle Pets is a one-hour, live action program on the ION network, offering a perspective into the realm of human and animal interaction. Hosted by Alan Thicke, the series features animals protecting humans or other pets, one such being a llama guarding a herd of alpacas. It is also shown on Animal Planet as Animal Miracles. Each episode contains three or four segments, some extended beyond a commercial.
My Unique B&B

2021

My Unique B&B

2021
8
Master carpenter Simon Parfett and his team help families, couples and retirees cash in on untapped, income-generating potential in their unused or underused spaces by creating their own unique B&B.
The Gabby Hayes Show

1956

The Gabby Hayes Show

1956
Gabby introduces edited versions of vintage PRC Western features.