Documentary TV Series - Page 273
Unexplained and Unexplored
2019
star 6Did the Maya Empire relocate to America? How did Merriweather Lewis really die? Where did the Ark of the Covenant end up after being smuggled out of Jerusalem? Explorers Justin Fornal and Emiliano Ruprah use historical maps as well as modern imaging techniques to examine these and other mysteries.I Will Be Back
2023
I Will Be Back
2023
Travel expert Tony Hung heads to the Amazon rainforest in South America with friends. They explore the region with local guides, including a popular social media family, Brazilian soldiers, and volunteer firefighters. They discover the modern lifestyles of indigenous people and participate in various activities, from sightseeing, haircuts, and magic shows to dancing and art. This unconventional journey offers a fresh perspective on the Amazon.With or without cash
2017
With or without cash
2017
star 6With or without cash offers to discover the most beautiful cities in Asia by following two lively and energetic friends, Anaïs Favron and Isabelle Ménard, who have organized a very special trip. In each city, they randomly decide who will have a budget of $ 100 and who will have $ 1,000 to finance their 24-hour stay. The goal: make the most of the destination, with or without cash. With or without cash, these are two distinct but certainly fascinating ways to travel.The Motorway
2020
The Motorway
2020
star 7.3Documentary following emergency patrol teams on the M1 as they face medical problems, fast-lane pile-ups and bad driving on the motorway that connects London and Leeds.Chasing Flavor
2024
Chasing Flavor
2024
star 6.8Carla Hall travels around the world to track down the unexpected lineage and international origins of America's favorite dishes.Proefkonijnen
2011
Destinations of the Damned with Zak Bagans
2024
Zak Bagans sends documentary crews to capture true tales of twisted terror, local lore and deeply disturbing paranormal activity at doomed locations across the globe.Wild Australia
2014
Wild Australia
2014
star 7.1It might be one of the most famous continents on the planet, but the story of Australia hasn't been told quite like this before. In a four-part world premiere blue-chip wildlife series, come face-to-face with Australia’s most iconic – and most mysterious – animals including the cassowary, tree-kangaroo, dingo, echidna and platypus as they soar, swim and stalk through the unspoiled and spectacular environment.Willie Nelson & Family
2023
star 9The first authorized work exploring the extraordinary life of Willie Nelson traverses the personal and career ups, downs, and in-betweens of one of the world’s most beloved musicians.Kingdom of Dreams
2022
Kingdom of Dreams
2022
star 8.1'Kingdom of Dreams' is a stunning four-part series chronicling three critical decades of the fashion world, from the early 1990s through to the 2010s. Described as a Golden Age, this period of time was an era of disruption and innovation as the traditional fashion business bumped heads against the young and exciting international visionaries who were shaking up the industry. Using rare library material, never-before-seen personal archives and story-driven interviews, explore a pivotal time in fashion history up close.Live from Space
2014
Live from Space
2014
Being an astronaut is the most dangerous and extraordinary job there is. But what's life really like in microgravity? This March, Channel 4 will boldly go to space with a groundbreaking new season, Live from Space. We'll meet the astronauts on-board the International Space Station, visit NASA and see Earth from Space.Catastrophe
2008
Catastrophe
2008
star 7.3This spectacular five-part series, presented by Tony Robinson, investigates the history of natural disasters, from the planet's beginnings to the present, putting a new perspective on our existence – that we are the product of catastrophe. Using the latest CGI effects and featuring scientific experts, the series reveals how the evolution of life on Earth has been shaped by lethal catastrophes that have caused mass extinctions, almost to the point of wiping out life altogether.Dave Gorman's Important Astrology Experiment
2002
star 7Dave Gorman, never one to turn down a daft quest, decides to live his life strictly by the advice of horoscopes for 40 days and nights. He picks 20 astrologers and picks one piece of clear advice each day to follow. To ensure that he can compare his happiness with how he would have been without the advice, he uses his twin brother as a control. A panel of experts on love, health and wealth sit in judgement on how he has done in order to ascertain his HQ (happiness quotient).Painting With John
2021
Painting With John
2021
star 7.6Part meditative tutorial, part fireside chat, each episode finds artist John Lurie ensconced at his worktable, where he hones his intricate watercolor techniques and shares his reflections on what he’s learned about life.Lewis Mumford on The City
1963
Six-part series tracing the origins of the city, its transformations and prospects, based on Lewis Mumford's book The City in History. Aired by CBC in their Explorations strand.The Hand of Stalin
1990
The Hand of Stalin
1990
Examining the legacy of Stalin's 25 years of crimes against humanity through the experiences of victims and perpetrators, the films also show how people's memories of that time persist in the present day. Some victims who have stayed silent for over 50 years now speak out.Visions of War: Nazi War Criminals
2019
Nazi war criminals are hunted down and put on trail for atrocities committed during WWII. Contains Film of the concentration camps with survivors interviewed. These films follow the rise and fall of Nazism from the Munich beer halls to the Nuremberg War Trials. Includes flashbacks of a variety of Nazi war crimes against humanity.Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter
2024
star 8.3J.K. Rowling’s orphan boy wizard took the world by storm, but before the first book was even published Warner Brothers had their eye on a franchise. But how to make it soar? In a leaky shed in the UK, these cinematic wizards build a whole new world and changed filmmaking forever. Through a revolving door of directors, an assortment of magical creatures, increasing demand for visual effects, and a cast that is growing up, the Harry Potter series continued to fascinate audiences. Get behind the wand to hear the secrets of the trials, threats, and near-death experiences from the people who made the magic happen on Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter.Hitler's Last Stand
2018
Hitler's Last Stand
2018
star 7.2Nazi diehard and fanatics fight to the last man to stop Allied forces from freeing Europe, keeping an unrelenting grip on the naval bases, citadels and fortresses of occupied Europe.Black Omnibus
1973
Black Omnibus
1973
James Earl Jones hosts an interview and performance series exclusively for African-American musicians, comedians, and performers.
