Documentary TV Series - Page 413
Hunting the Edge of Space
2011
In this two-hour special, NOVA examines how a simple instrument, the telescope, has fundamentally changed our understanding of our place in the universe. What began as a curiosity - two spectacle lenses held a foot apart - ultimately revolutionized human thought across science, philosophy, and religion. "Hunting the Edge of Space" takes viewers on a global adventure of discovery, dramatizing the innovations in technology and the achievements in science that have marked the rich history of the telescope.The Humboldt Current
2021
The Humboldt Current
2021
star 4The Humboldt Current is part of a much larger system the South Pacific Gyre and the equator as its uppermost limit.The First War for Western Civilization
2016
The Greco-Persian War was pivotal in the creation of the modern world - yet all that is generally remembered are the 300 Spartans at Thermopylae. This documentary examines the whole history, from the Ionian Revolt (497BC) to the Peace of Callias (449BC), and also covers the legacies of the war - including Democracy.Sir Alex
2025
Sir Alex
2025
star 8Phenomenal talent, unwavering passion and a legendary will to win. Friends and foes on the incredible career of Sir Alex Ferguson - Britain's most decorated football manager.Wir Kinder der Mauer
2021
Wir Kinder der Mauer
2021
Simon Schama's Shakespeare
2012
Simon Schama explores the life and times of William Shakespeare to shed a new and fascinating light on some of the greatest plays ever written. He asks the question: "What came first, Englishness, or Shakespeare's idea of it?" and produces a persuasive argument in favour of the latter.Luke Nguyen's Vietnam
2010
Luke Nguyen's Vietnam is an Australian television series first screened on SBS One in 2010. The series follows chef, Luke Nguyen, as he tours Vietnam seeking culinary delights and adventure.Eat Well Love Well
2024
Eat Well Love Well
2024
Leandro & Leonardo
1992
Pawa Meri: Role Models to Inspire
2014
Pawa Meri (Powerful Women) is a six-part documentary series portraying the lives of six Papua New Guinean women who have each achieved extraordinary things in life. The women come from diverse backgrounds and represent a variety of themes relevant to development in PNG.Tough Trains
2014
Tough Trains
2014
star 9World’s Toughest Train Rides is a documentary series that explores some of the most extreme and challenging railway journeys across the globe. Each episode features remarkable trains, facing harsh terrains, extreme weather conditions, and complex railway engineering. The series showcases the resilience of both the trains and the people who operate them. Along the way, viewers learn about the history, cultural significance, and technical ingenuity behind these extraordinary railways.环海战记
2023
环海战记
2023
Australien
2014
Australien
2014
star 2Explore how Australia's geographic isolation has resulted in the creation of some of the planets strangest and most unique creatures.Red Flag
2024
Red Flag
2024
Compelling true crime series about the perilous landscape of modern dating, telling the stories of women who have survived horrific ordeals in abusive relationships or at the hands of conmen.Plots of Freedom – The Cry of Samba for Democracy
2024
star 10Enredos da Liberdade – O Grito do Samba Pela Democracia is a Brazilian documentary series available on Globoplay that delves into the pivotal role of samba schools during Brazil's transition from military dictatorship to democracy in the 1980s. Spanning five episodes, the series showcases how samba-enredo compositions became powerful tools of political resistance, addressing themes like censorship, economic hardship, and racial inequality. Through rare archival footage and interviews with prominent figures such as Martinho da Vila, Leci Brandão, and Rosa Magalhães, the documentary highlights the creative defiance of these cultural institutions. Each episode concludes with a reimagined performance of a significant samba, featuring artists like Teresa Cristina and Mart’nália, underscoring the enduring impact of these musical expressions in Brazil's democratic journey.The Vietnam War
2015
Bone Detectives: Britain's Buried Secrets
2020
Tori Herridge and a team of scientists piece together life stories behind unearthed bones
