Top Rated Documentary TV Shows - Page 39

Civilisation

1969

Civilisation

1969
8.1
Sir Kenneth Clark guides us through the ages exploring the glorious rise of civilisation in western man. Beginning with the bleakness of the dark ages to the present day, we consider civilisation's articulations and expressions in some of man's finest works of art.
The Planets

1999

The Planets

1999
8.2
Documentary series tracing mankind's exploration of our solar system.
MegaStructures

2004

MegaStructures

2004
7
MegaStructures is a documentary television series appearing on the National Geographic Channel in the United States and the United Kingdom, Channel 5 in the United Kingdom, France 5 in France, and 7mate in Australia. Each episode is an educational look of varying depth into the construction, operation, and staffing of various structures or construction projects, but not ordinary construction products. Generally containing interviews with designers and project managers, it presents the problems of construction and the methodology or techniques used to overcome obstacles. In some cases this involved the development of new materials or products that are now in general use within the construction industry. MegaStructures focuses on constructions that are extreme; in the sense that they are the biggest, tallest, longest, or deepest in the world. Alternatively, a project may appear if it had an element of novelty or are a world first. This type of project is known as a Megaproject.
The Power of Myth

1988

The Power of Myth

1988
6.9
The Power of Myth is a television series originally broadcast on PBS in 1988 as Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth. The documentary comprises six one-hour conversations between mythologist Joseph Campbell and journalist Bill Moyers.
Fifth Gear

2002

Fifth Gear

2002
5.3
Getting viewers up to speed on all the latest automotive information, with new car reviews, second hand bargains and industry tidbits being the focus of this magazine show.
Space Race

2005

Space Race

2005
7.2
The untold true story behind the Cold War race to put man into space.
Most Haunted

2002

Most Haunted

2002
5.9
Most Haunted is a British paranormal mystery documentary reality television series. The series was first shown on 25 May, 2002 and ended on 21 July, 2010. Led by Yvette Fielding, the programme investigated purported paranormal activity in many locations in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland and other countries. It was produced by Antix Productions and broadcast on the satellite and cable channels Living TV, Livingit, and Channel One. In the United States it was broadcast on the Travel Channel.
LALIGA: All Access

2024

LALIGA: All Access

2024
7.4
From glorious wins to gut-wrenching defeats, catch the behind-the-scenes action of Spanish football in this gripping docuseries about LaLiga.
Thank You, Goodnight - The Bon Jovi Story

2024

Thank You, Goodnight - The Bon Jovi Story

2024
7.4
An all access series chronicling the epic past and uncertain future of the iconic band Bon Jovi. A 40-year odyssey of rock 'n roll idolatry on the precipice as a vocal injury threatens to bring everything to a halt.
Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul

2023

Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul

2023
6.8
In this docuseries, a scrappy electronic cigarette startup becomes a multibillion-dollar company until an epidemic causes its success to go up in smoke.
How I Caught My Killer

2023

How I Caught My Killer

2023
7.6
The real-life stories behind unique homicide cases with in-depth interviews, authentic archival material and cinematic recreations all packaged together into a fresh spin in the genre.
Mind Over Murder

2022

Mind Over Murder

2022
6.7
Chronicles the bizarre and psychologically complex story of six individuals who were convicted for the 1985 murder of a beloved 68- year-old grandmother, Helen Wilson, in Beatrice, Nebraska.
Secrets of the Octopus

2024

Secrets of the Octopus

2024
8.4
Octopuses are like aliens on Earth: three hearts, blue blood and the ability to squeeze through a space the size of their eyeballs. But there is so much more to these weird and wonderful animals. Intelligent enough to use tools or transform their bodies to mimic other animals and even communicate with different species, the secrets of the octopus are more extraordinary than we ever imagined.
They Call Me Magic

2022

They Call Me Magic

2022
7.2
Earvin “Magic” Johnson is an icon for the ages—from humble beginnings to the Dream Team to business titan. Featuring candid interviews with teammates, rivals, family, friends, and more, this docuseries charts the life and career of a legend.
Bad Sport

2021

Bad Sport

2021
7
True crime and sports come together in this docuseries. Global controversies and scandals are explored through reports from those involved.
A Sinister Sect: Colonia Dignidad

2021

A Sinister Sect: Colonia Dignidad

2021
6.6
A colony of German Christians with a charismatic and manipulative leader establishes itself in Chile and becomes instrumental to the dictatorship.
Great Minds

2021

Great Minds

2021
5.2
Vendetta: Truth, Lies and The Mafia

2021

Vendetta: Truth, Lies and The Mafia

2021
6.9
Sicily boasts a bold "Anti-Mafia" coalition. But what happens when those trying to bring down organized crime are accused of being criminals themselves?
Forsvinningen på Lørenskog

2021

Forsvinningen på Lørenskog

2021
5.2
What happened to Anne-Elisabeth Hagen? Where is she, was she kidnapped by criminals for profit or is it her husband who may have made her disappear? Program leader and journalist Kenneth Fossheim sheds light on the Lørneskog case together with former detectives from Kripos Per Angel and Håvard Aksnes.
John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise

2021

John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise

2021
6.9
The chilling story of one of the world’s most notorious serial killers told through the words of Gacy himself, those who were forever changed by his unspeakable deeds and those who believe that the full truth remains concealed to this day.