Top Rated Documentary TV Shows - Page 19

WWII in HD

2009

WWII in HD

2009
7.4
WWII in HD is a 10-part American documentary television miniseries that originally aired from November 15 to November 19, 2009 on the History Channel. The program focuses on the firsthand experiences of twelve American service members during World War II, including an Army nurse, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, a second generation Japanese American and prisoner of war, and an Austrian Jewish immigrant. The twelve members recorded their time in both theaters and some had later interviews; found footage from the battlefield was paired with the stories of the twelve service members. The episodes premiered on five consecutive days, with two episodes per day. The series is narrated by Gary Sinise and was produced by Lou Reda Productions in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States.
Nature's Great Events

2009

Nature's Great Events

2009
8.4
Documentary series looking at the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on our planet, showing how life responds to natural events which can dramatically transform entire landscapes.
Quarterback

2023

Quarterback

2023
7.9
Follow the bruised bodies, soul-crushing fumbles, agonizing losses, and pure joy of three NFL quarterbacks during one season.
Break Point

2023

Break Point

2023
7.3
Travel alongside some of the world's most talented tennis players as they swing for greatness and Grand Slams through an action-packed season.
WWII in Color: Road to Victory

2021

WWII in Color: Road to Victory

2021
7.7
Gripping historical footage and expert commentary give detailed insights into the leading figures and decisive turning points of World War II.
Pick of the Litter

2019

Pick of the Litter

2019
7
The stories of a litter of puppies, and their human companions, as they go on a quest to become guide dogs for the blind.
This Is Silvia Pinal

2019

This Is Silvia Pinal

2019
7
A biography of Silvia Pinal, Mexican actress, singer, and producer, showing the professional as well as personal parts of her life. Partial narration by the legend herself.
George Harrison: Living in the Material World

2011

George Harrison: Living in the Material World

2011
7.5
He was part of the most famous rock-'n'-roll quartet in history. But George Harrison was much more than just a member of The Beatles.
Nature

1982

Nature

1982
7.8
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendours of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world. A comic book based on the show, meant to be used an as educational tool for kids, was briefly distributed to museums and schools at no cost in the mid-2000s.
Destination Truth

2007

Destination Truth

2007
8
Destination Truth is a weekly American paranormal reality television series that premiered on June 6, 2007, on Syfy. Produced by Mandt Bros. Productions and Ping Pong Productions, the program follows paranormal researcher Josh Gates around the world to investigate claims of the supernatural, mainly in the field of cryptozoology.
Good Eats

1999

Good Eats

1999
8.8
Host Alton Brown explores the origins of ingredients, decodes culinary customs and presents food and equipment trends. Punctuated by unusual interludes, simple preparations and unconventional discussions, he'll bring you food in its finest and funniest form.
Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War

2024

Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War

2024
7.1
The legendary feud between Wyatt Earp and Ike Clanton unfolds through vivid reenactments in this gritty docudrama about the gunfight that defined an era.
Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult

2024

Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult

2024
6.8
After TikTok dancers join a management company and its associated church, unsettling details about the founder and their dark realities come to light.
How to Become a Mob Boss

2023

How to Become a Mob Boss

2023
7.5
This darkly satirical how-to guide explores the rise and fall of history's most notorious mob bosses and their tactics for success.
A Brutal Pact: The Murder of Daniella Perez

2022

A Brutal Pact: The Murder of Daniella Perez

2022
7.6
In 1992, actress and dancer Daniella Perez was murdered by her co-star, Guilherme de Pádua and his wife, Paula Thomaz, in a cruelly premeditated crime. The untimely death of the 22-year-old, daughter of Brazilian author and producer, International Emmy winner Gloria Perez, shocked the country, gained notoriety and occupied the front pages of national newspapers for years.
SanPa: Sins of the Savior

2020

SanPa: Sins of the Savior

2020
7.5
Amidst a heroin crisis, Vincenzo Muccioli cared for the addicted, earning him fierce public devotion — even as charges of violence began to mount.
Unabomber: In His Own Words

2020

Unabomber: In His Own Words

2020
7.3
Anchored by a rare interview, this docuseries details Ted Kaczynski's path from a young intellectual to one of the most feared people in US history.
Love on the Spectrum

2019

Love on the Spectrum

2019
7.3
Seven singles take their first steps into the world of dating; this uplifting four-part documentary follows young adults on the autism spectrum as they explore the unpredictable world of love and relationships.
Elvis Presley: The Searcher

2018

Elvis Presley: The Searcher

2018
7.6
The story of Elvis Presley the musical artist, a comprehensive creative journey from his childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions.
Gold Rush: White Water

2018

Gold Rush: White Water

2018
7.2
Gold miners Dakota Fred and his son Dustin are back – returning to McKinley Creek Alaska, determined to make a fortune no matter the risk. But to find the big gold payout, they'll put their lives on the line by diving deep beneath the raging waters of one of Alaska's wildest creeks.