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Ancient X-Files
2010
Ancient X-Files
2010
star 7.6Ancient X Files travels around the world to solve some intriguing riddles. Each story is a piece of detective work by an expert trying to make sense of some puzzling ancient artefact, to find the truth behind some extraordinary legend, to discover the origins of a bizarre myth or to establish the authenticity of a venerated religious relic. This series explores the bits of archaeology and history which seem to defy explanation. Our experts are following chains of clues and putting theories to the test, in an effort to explain the unexplained. Ancient X Files investigates claims about the whereabouts of the lost Ark of the Covenant; attempts to establish the authenticity of a cup some believe to be the Holy Grail; tries to de-code the mysterious Phaistos disc; investigates a cloth which is believed to carry traces of the DNA of Jesus Christ; and deciphers an encrypted book of alchemy written by the great Sir Isaac Newton.Children of the Underground
2022
star 7The pulse-pounding true story of charismatic vigilante Faye Yager, who built a vast underground network that hid hundreds of mothers and children, saving them from the alleged abuse of husbands and fathers when a broken court system would not.Something Bit Me!
2022
Something Bit Me!
2022
star 8.3The series explores the peculiar true stories of bug bites, insect stings and animal attacks that have sent people to the ER.The Synanon Fix: Did the Cure Become a Cult?
2024
star 6.9Explore the rise and fall of the Synanon organization — through the eyes of the members who lived it — from its early days as a groundbreaking drug rehabilitation program to its later descent into what many consider a cult.Border Wars
2010
Border Wars
2010
star 7.5Border Wars is an American documentary television series on the National Geographic Channel. The program follows agents of the U.S. Border Patrol, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and other divisions of the Department of Homeland Security as they investigate and apprehend illegal aliens, drug smugglers, and other criminals violating immigration to the United States and customs laws. The series also follows Air Interdiction Agents, and Marine Interdiction Agents who patrol along the U.S.-Mexico border, as well as southern Florida and Puerto Rico.Royal Kill List
2024
Royal Kill List
2024
star 8After the unprecedented public execution of King Charles I in 1649, his son and heir set out on a relentless campaign to restore the monarchy and pursue all those connected to his father's death. The epic story of bloody revenge during a pivotal period of English history. This is a story about espionage, revenge, power, loyalty, and the moment that changed the landscape of British politics and society forever.Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain
1995
One of America's most complex and enduring figures, Thomas Jefferson struggled personally and publicly with an issue that would come to define our nation. Examining the possible relationship between Jefferson and Monticello slave Sally Hemings, the program includes comments from such noted historians as Pulitzer Prize-winner Gordon Wood, former Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, noted Jefferson biographer Merrill Peterson, and others. Featuring the voices of Edward Herrmann, Sissy Spacek, Danny Glover, and Robert Prosky.New Zealand: Earth's Mythical Islands
2016
star 9.2Isolated since the time of the dinosaurs, New Zealand’s wildlife has been left to its own devices, with surprising consequences. Its ancient forests are still stalked by predators from the Jurassic era. It’s also one of the most geologically active countries on earth. From Kiwis with their giant eggs, to forest-dwelling penguins and helicopter-riding sheep dogs, meet the astonishing creatures and resilient people who must rise to the challenges of their beautiful, dramatic and demanding home.The Sex Business
2018
The Sex Business
2018
star 1.3Documentary series exploring three aspects of the sex industry in the UK - porn, escorts working from their own homes and prostitutes working on the streets. Not for the faint-hearted.Le jour J
2021
Le jour J
2021
Mozart: Rise of a Genius
2024
star 7The story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - a child prodigy, a flawed human being and one of the greatest composers to have ever lived.Television
1985
Television
1985
Exhaustive 13-part survey of the television medium from its hesitant beginnings in the 1920s to the multi-million dollar extravaganzas of today and the cable and satellite technologies of the future [relative to 1985]. Tackling the medium as a worldwide phenomenon, the series examines each of the principal areas of programming - news, drama, documentaries, and light entertainment - and the unique impact of "live" coverage.Sex Diaries
2022
Sex Diaries
2022
star 4Follow eight New Yorkers in short, intimate profiles as they navigate sex and dating in the city.Dead Men's Secrets
2002
Dead Men's Secrets
2002
A series that discusses secrets and mysteries during wars in the 20th century.Strut
2016
Strut
2016
star 3A group of transgender models try to make a name for themselves in the world of fashion.Richard Hammond's Crash Course
2012
star 6.4Richard Hammond's Crash Course is an original series made for BBC America, presented by Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond. The show's first season premiered on April 16, 2012. The show follows Hammond, as in each episode, he is given three days to learn how to operate various pieces of heavy equipment across the United States. A trailer for the series was posted on BBC America's official website on March 19, 2012. The series' first season began airing on BBC2 in the United Kingdom on September 2, 2012.O Repórter do Poder
2023
Shocking Asia Reboot: Thailand
2022
star 10The unique culture of Southeast Asia's exotic and exotic cultures is eye-opening! "Thailand Pass" took everyone to Thailand, a tourist destination for Hong Kong people, to explore the myths about Thailand's traditional customs in the documentary, starting from the unique customs and customs, to explore different local methods of seeking gods and divination. Satisfy the curiosity of the audience. Of course, this show also led everyone to travel around Thailand, visiting themed coffee shops, sighing special delicacies, and relaxing massages. You will find that strange things are also integrated into daily life!Benefit Busters
2009
Benefit Busters
2009
Benefit Busters is a British documentary series, broadcast on Channel 4 during August and September 2009.
