Documentary TV Series - Page 378
A Body in the Basement
2023
star 8.8These chilling stories of murder hit terrifyingly close to home -- each a real-life tale about the last thing anyone wants to find in their basement, a dead body. Every episode will make one think twice before ever stepping foot in the basement again.I Killed My BFF
2012
I Killed My BFF
2012
star 4.5There are consequences when BFFs - short for best friends forever - turn into frenemies. Episodes showcase true stories of intense friendships - and, in some cases, more than that - taking a bad turn that results in the most tragic ending possible for at least one person involved in the relationship. The show serves as a reminder to viewers that not even the best of friends keep that status forever.Velisti per Caso
2002
Velisti per Caso
2002
The TV show is inspired by a trip around the world on a sailing boat called Adriatica. The various stages of the trip host famous people on the boat (among others Cino Ricci, Giobbe Covatta, David Riondino, Lùnapop, Giorgio Comaschi, Gerry Scotti, Vito, Natasha Stefanenko) and show the most beautiful corners of the world.Lost Treasures of the Maya
2019
star 8.1A new "treasure map" of the Maya world is transforming what we thought we knew of one of the world most mysterious ancient civilizations.Cornwall with Caroline Quentin
2012
star 6A documentary series about Cornwall, England, presented by Caroline Quentin.The Hairy Bikers: Pubs That Built Britain
2016
star 8The Hairy Bikers take their charm and humour on the road as they encounter brilliant, eccentric and fascinating people across Britain whose lives surround the nation’s pubs. Their epic journey will take them into the secret world of the pubs that made Britain. From the first Roman taverns, to Anglo Saxon alehouses which sprung up in peoples’ homes, and the travelers Inns providing respite for a more mobile population, they’ll reveal the fascinating story of how Britain’s pubs evolved - but also tells a bigger story of Britain itself.The Legends of Paris: A Tale of the 19th Century Artistic Scene
2024
During the turbulent 19th century, a number of brilliant French artists developed the Romantic movement in Paris: writers Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, George Sand, Honoré de Balzac and Charles Baudelaire, painter Eugène Delacroix and composer Hector Berlioz, among others, changed the way of looking at art and created enduring works that have inspired the world to this day.United States of Scandal
2024
star 1CNN's Jake Tapper dissects six of America's iconic political scandals, sitting down with some of the most famous and infamous figures in US politics.Earth From Above
2006
Earth From Above
2006
star 8.3Earth From Above is a documentary series dedicated to the major challenges faced by our planet, bringing the viewer beautiful High Definition images of the Earth. Each episodes talks about one particular environmental challenge.VICE Investigates
2019
VICE Investigates
2019
star 9Stories told through a distinct reporting lens, immersive narratives and fresh perspectives on the important -- and sometimes controversial -- issues defining today’s culture.Ainsley's Food We Love
2020
Chef Ainsley Harriott is back on our screens to delight us with the family favourites we've forgotten mean so much. Anchored by Ainsley in the studio, the series features breakfast, lunch and dinner suggestions, as well as snacks and sweet treats. It could be a dish we don't see much of anymore, or one that is frequently on dining tables up and down the land: it's just waiting for the Ainsley twist! Additionally, Ainsley will reach out to his top chef mates across the country, who will be creating delicious meals in their own kitchens. Plus, Ainsley is joined by guests who will reminisce about their favourite meals and foodie treats, talk about what food means to them, and share a recipe that Ainsley will cook in the studio with them.In The Footsteps of Alexander the Great
1998
star 8In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great was a BBC documentary television series first shown in 1998. It was written and presented by British historian and broadcaster Michael Wood. Wood retraced the travels of Alexander the Great, from Vergina in Macedonia, where his father Philip II of Macedon died and Alexander was proclaimed king, through seventeen present-day countries to the borders of India and back to Mesopatamia, where he died. Whereas most of Wood's documentary series had titles beginning "In Search of...", the title of this series reflected a slightly different approach. The series was directed by David Wallace.Wild Great Britain
2018
Wild Great Britain
2018
star 10Britain’s wildlife can be secretive, so often goes unnoticed. This series reveals the hidden lives of both the familiar and the more unusual animals with which we share our island home.Birth of Europe
2012
Birth of Europe
2012
star 7.3Crushed, flooded and exploded into life – Europe is a battlefield of Nature. Discover the extraordinary and shocking geological story of how Europe was created by nature’s most titanic forces.Krig i vår tid
2024
Krig i vår tid
2024
Vietnam: A Television History
1983
star 10A six-year project from conception to completion, Vietnam: A Television History carefully analyzes the costs and consequences of a controversial but intriguing war. From the first hour through the last, the series provides a detailed visual and oral account of the war that changed a generation and continues to color American thinking on many military and foreign policy issues.Homemade Astronauts
2021
Homemade Astronauts
2021
star 9A group of colorful DIY rocketeers are taking their own path to space. Follow three self-financed teams with sky-high dreams in their cosmic quest to explore the final frontier on shoe-string budgets.World War II: Countdown to Victory
2009
star 10Tracking the main events of World War II is a truly fascinating experience, and with the help of remarkable archive footage you can literally see for yourself exactly what happened, and when. From the early battles right through to the complexities of the endgame, this extensive series of 24 programmes will help shine a spotlight on a period of history that should never be forgotten. Each episode spans a few months of the conflict, giving the viewer an incredible level of detail into each and every event. From Adolf Hitler marching his troops into Poland on the 1st of September 1939 to the freezing attacks along the Eastern Front; The sweeping Pacific Naval clashes to that fateful day on the 2nd of September 1945 when World War II was brought to a swift end with the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.How The Earth Works
2013
How The Earth Works
2013
star 10Biologist Liz Bonnin and geologist Martin Pepper set out on a global expedition to answer the most thought-provoking questions in earth science today. Throughout history, such geologic events as volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, tectonic plate motion, earthquakes, and asteroid impacts have continually reshaped Earth's surface, spreading chaos across the planet. By performing experiments, making observations in the field, and consulting expert scientists, the eight-part series works to uncover Earth's immeasurable capacity to create and destroy.Decolonisation
2020
Decolonisation
2020
star 8.8The history of decolonization from the point of view of colonized peoples, an epic story that still resonates and reverberates to this day.
