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Wildest Middle East
2014
star 9Wildest Middle East explores the most remote and most surprising corners of this ancient land. Turkey’s vast and varied landscapes range from snow covered mountain passes, to spectacular coral reefs. Arabia is the world’s largest peninsular and harbours a wealth of wildlife in its seas and mountains. Egypt’s rich lands are nurtured by the life-giving waters of the iconic Nile, and the startlingly wide range of natural habitats in Jordan has resulted in a treasure chest of wildlife. This stunning series showcases the landscape and wildlife as never seen before.The American Future: A History
2008
The American Future: A History is a four-part documentary series written and presented by Simon Schama which aired on BBC Two in the UK during October 2008, in the run up to the 2008 US presidential election. The first episode was broadcast on BBC Two at 9:00pm on 10 October 2008, and it was shown over four consecutive Fridays. The series saw Schama travelling through the United States as he investigated the conflicts from its past in order to understand the country's contemporary political situation. Schama presents and discusses both presidential candidates, Democratic Barack Obama and Republican John McCain from a historical point of view, emphasizing strongly the former. The documentary takes viewer to an epic journey through the history of the modern United States, but it also why Schama personally believed Barack Obama would be the ideal choice as the next president of the United States.Max Verstappen - Off the Beaten Track
2024
star 9‘Off the Beaten Track’ presents an intimate portrait of Max Verstappen, showcasing aspects of his life that remain largely unseen. Through three 30-minute episodes, viewers are treated to a closer look at Verstappen's off-track passions, including his ventures into team ownership, sim racing, and his business endeavours.Inas Reisen
2018
Inas Reisen
2018
Swipe Right for Murder
2017
star 7Do you really know the person you're dating? 91 million of us search for love online, but internet dating can be dangerous. With access to the victims' families and police, this series looks at real life love stories that ended in tragedy.Damen & Dyret
2012
Damen & Dyret
2012
Mein Kriegsende
2005
Mein Kriegsende
2005
Iberia's Woodlands: Life on the Edge
2021
star 10In this 2-episode documentary series, we will see the challenges to which the forest dweller must battle each day to survive. When at certain times of the year the environmental conditions harden, the competition and rivalry put them all to the test, A mix of adaptation and luck will decide who manages to survive.The Autistic Gardener
2015
star 9Autistic garden designer Alan Gardner fixes unruly gardens with his unique garden rescue teamDer Match
2006
Der Match
2006
Broken Knife: Great Reversal of the Korean Battlefield
2010
To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea, CCTV's 10th Science and Education Channel will soon broadcast "Broken Knife - Great Reversal of the Korean Battlefield", sounding the "rallying call" that leads the audience's attention. On the basis of abundant military history declassified archives and rich information exchanged with foreign parties, this film, through unique creativity, showcases a stirring and ironclad history of war.Hidden Britain by Drone
2016
Sir Tony Robinson uses drones to reveal Britain's hidden places, from billionaires' private estates to forbidden military zones.East Meets West: The Birth Of Civilization
2014
Recent findings in the Middle East have radically changed our understanding of the birth of mankind and the spread of civilization across the globe. Join us on a 12,000-year journey uncovering how this region became a vital link between continents and lead the world's religious, scientific, and cultural enlightenment. On-location excavations and expert testimonies bring to life this epic journey of discovery from the East to the West.Nigel Latta Blows Stuff Up
2015
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be struck by lightning or be propelled by hurricane-speed winds? What is it really like inside a burning house? In this fun (and funny!) science series Nigel Latta subjects himself to a variety of 'don't try this at home' experiments to explore some of the more dramatic aspects of fundamental science.Turning Point: The Vietnam War
2025
This thought-provoking documentary series examines the harrowing consequences of the Vietnam War, from the Gulf of Tonkin incident to the fall of Saigon.The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure
2014
star 7.8Dave Myers and Simon King take an adventurous road trip to explore the local way of life and the origins of some of the West's favorite Asian cuisine.Our Vietnam War
2023
Our Vietnam War
2023
Our Vietnam War tells the story of Australia's involvement in the words of the men who were sent to fight; the battles, the protests, returning and the long shadow the war cast on the people whose lives were turned upside down.
