Documentary TV Series - Page 137
Travels with Pevsner
1997
Travels with Pevsner
1997
Series in which presenters explore architecture in the footsteps of Nikolaus Pevsner.Murder in the Heartland
2017
star 8.4Weaving harrowing narratives of quiet Middle American towns torn apart by provocative murders. Each town's tale is given life by the combined perspectives of its residents, who are more than just storytellers. They are also key witnesses to each of the crimes, and they hold critical clues to puzzles that not only have forever changed their lives but how they have come to view their once-idyllic hometowns.The High Art of the Low Countries
2013
This 3 part series is presented by the British Art Critic, Andrew Graham-Dixon. He explores the Low Countries of the Netherlands and Belgium and how history has influenced the area's art, architecture and culture. Cloth was used in the area's first expression of art in the making of tapestries going back to the 14 th century. They were the No. 1 luxury item of the day. The Low Countries were well placed geographically for markets for their art.Africa's Deadliest
2011
Africa's Deadliest
2011
star 7Africa is a land sculpted by time where animals have evolved complex weapons to arm them in the battle to live another day. An elephant's tusks can defend, or attack. An octopus uses camouflage to find food, or hide from an enemy. A Cape Fur Seal's speed and agility are valuable tools to catch a penguin, but ineffectual against a Great White Shark. A single hippopotamus holds a pride of twelve lions at bay with his sheer bulk, but backs down when faced with the piercing teeth of another hippo. With lethal weapons wielded by fearsome predators and prey, animals walk a precarious path, here among Africa's Deadliest.Battle Stations
2000
Battle Stations
2000
star 2Battle Stations is a documentary series of 1 hour episodes, which uses archive footage, re-enactments and first-hand accounts from the crews, to follow the machines and technology implemented from the Second World War to the Gulf War in the land, air and sea.Today's Close-Up
1993
Today's Close-Up
1993
A current affairs television programme produced by the Japanese public broadcaster NHK provides cutting-edge information and critical analysis on important issues confronting Japanese lives.Cops Who Kill With Will Mellor
2023
star 7.5In 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.Nightwatch
2015
Nightwatch
2015
star 7.8Follow the men and women who keep the citizens of New Orleans safe during the night. Ride along with the police officers, the firefighters, and the paramedics as they tackle the evils of the night.They All Came Out to Montreux
2022
star 8.2This documentary mini-series retraces the incredible story of Claude Nobs and his now legendary event, the Montreux Jazz Festival. With over 70 performances and testimonials from: David Bowie, Ray Charles, Miles Davis, Deep Purple, Aretha Franklin, Gilberto Gil, Buddy Guy, Herbie Hancock, Alicia Keys, Questlove, Quincy Jones, John Mclaughlin, Marcus Miller, Prince, Rag’n’Bone Man, Keith Richards, Carlos Santana, Nina Simone, Sting, Shania Twain, Jack White and many more.Worzel Gummidge Down Under
1987
star 8Worzel Gummidge Down Under, adapted from the books written by Barbara Euphan Todd and the children's television programme produced and broadcast in the United Kingdom named Worzel Gummidge, starring Jon Pertwee. The story continued in New Zealand when Aunt Sally was sold to a Museum owner.Montreal Eats
2018
Montreal Eats
2018
Best friends Yann Vallières and Jean-Michel Péloquin ride around town on a sidecar motorcycle looking for someone of another ethnicity who might agree to invite them to a dinner party at their home.Living with Hitler
2021
Living with Hitler
2021
star 8.8The Nazi era from 1993 to 1945 is illustrated through archived material, with insights and anecdotes provided by world-leading experts and commentators.Fire Chasers
2017
Fire Chasers
2017
star 5.7As California's 2016 fire season rages, brave backcountry firefighters race to put out the flames, protect homes and save lives in this docuseries.Speaking in Tongues: The History of Language
2008
Currently there are more than 6,000 languages spoken around the world. This five-part series traces the history and evolution of language and attendant theories and controversies while evaluating the scope of linguistic diversity, the dissemination of language, the expansion of language into written form, and the life cycle of language.Infamy: When Fame Turns Deadly
2021
star 9Host Monica helps unravel the mystery and the motives behind high-profile celebrity crimes, revealing a dark side to being in the public eye.Deadliest Warrior
2009
Deadliest Warrior
2009
star 7.5Deadliest Warrior was a television program in which information on historical or modern warriors and their weapons are used to determine which of them is the "deadliest" based upon tests performed during each episode. The show was characterized by its use of data compiled in creating a dramatization of the warriors' battle to the death. The show ran for three seasons.The Misinvestigations of Romesh Ranganathan
2022
star 3.4Romesh tries get to the bottom of some of the most mysterious celebrity deaths that shocked a generation. Will his curiosity and sub-optimal investigation skills find the truth?Countdown to Life: The Extraordinary Making of You
2015
star 9100 trillion cells. 280 days. One human life. A BBC Science series, produced in partnership with The Open University, exploring the making of you.
