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People's Century
1995
star 8People's Century is a television documentary series examining the 20th century. It was a joint production of the BBC in the United Kingdom and PBS member station WGBH Boston in the United States. First shown on BBC in 1995, the 26 parts of one hour deal with the socio-economic, political, and cultural movements that shaped the 20th century. The documentary won an International Emmy Award, among others. A departure from other documentaries that observe history as the actions of great men, People's Century considers the Century from the view of common people. Most persons interviewed were ordinary men and women who closely witnessed various events and they give personal accounts how developments in the Twentieth Century affected their lives. The opening credits depict various images from the century, accompanied with a theme music score by Zbigniew Preisner. A very short introduction of the episode would then follow, often illustrated by a dramatic event that illustrates the episode's particular theme coming to theFar and Wide
2016
Far and Wide
2016
From coast to coast to coast join MUCH as we go Far & Wide to expose the most unique and exciting things to do, try and see in Canada. Through inspiring videos, awesome stories and amazing influencers, find out some of the best kept secrets of Canada on Far & Wide.From the Barn to the Track
2020
star 10Davide Cironi is an experienced test driver and a reference point for four-wheel enthusiasts. Dealing with ancient glories and old wrecks, he recovers battered cars from remote places with the aim of refurbishing them and bringing them to the track. To carry out each project, he uses the help of the best workshops around the country, because a real restoration does not only require time and dedication, but above all experience and great knowledge of the four wheels.Mud, Sweat and Tears: Premiership Rugby
2023
Mud, Sweat and Tears goes behind the scenes of the best rugby teams in England's Gallagher Premiership as they chase glory after a turbulent season. The series follows the emotional highs and lows of players and coaches as they strive for success. In this most brutal of sports, the playoffs are the culmination of a season's hard sweat and toil, offering the players their chance at sporting triumphFactory of Dreams: Benfica
2022
star 6Benfica, one of the elite teams in European football, also has one of the most advanced and respected academies in the world, producing world-class talent every year. This series goes behind the scenes of Benfica's modern training facilities, discovering, first-hand, the challenges that these young players face during a complete season.The Village
2019
The Village
2019
Observational documentary following a year in Portmeirion - the Italianate village in North Wales made famous as the filming location for cult television series The Prisoner (1967).Queen Victoria and Her Nine Children
2018
star 10Documentary series charting the story of Queen Victoria after the death of her beloved husband Albert in 1861, examining how one-by-one her children rebelled against her and the family were touched by tragedy.Paranormal 911
2019
star 7.9A shocking number of 911 emergencies end in paranormal encounters. Paranormal 911 explores these events through eye-witness accounts of the first responders who lived them. This gripping drama-doc takes viewers into the unexpected paranormal encounters of first responders.Animal Cops: Miami
2010
star 7.5Animal Cops: Miami is an American documentary reality television series that premiered in 2010 on Animal Planet. The program follows the work of the investigators and animal control officers employed by the Miami-Dade Animal Services Department in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The series is part of an umbrella rotation of shows known collectively as Animal Planet Heroes.Kings and Queens of England
2005
In six episodes this documentary series from UKTV History covers the 41 kings and queens of England from 1066 to the present -- almost 1000 years of monarchs. It shows how the history of the UK was reflected by the history of their monarchs. This UKTV History program covers the more intimate natures of the persons behind the monarchy. It shows how those privileged few have shaped the UK and made the UK what it is today. The six episodes are (1) Normans to Magna Carta (1066-1216); (2) Middle Ages (1216-1485); (3) The Tudors (1485-1603); (4) The Stuarts (1603-1714); (5) The Hanoverians (1714-1837); and (6) The Moderns (1837-Present).Dan Snow's Norman Walks
2010
Historian Dan Snow puts his walking boots on and sets off to see what the great British landscape can teach us about our Norman predecessorsErased: WW2's Heroes of Color
2024
star 5.5From Idris Elba, whose grandfather fought in WW2, this landmark series reveals the untold stories of soldiers of color in the war. By mixing war sequences with character portraits, this series restores the role of these soldiers and their units to their rightful place in the narrative of WW2 and reveals how these heroes inspired Civil Rights Movements in America and across the world.The Story of China
2016
star 8Michael Wood embarks on a great historical adventure, exploring the stories, people and landscapes that have helped create China's distinctive character and genius over four thousand years.Building Britain's Superhomes
2023
An opulent insight into maverick property developer Guy Phoenix's latest lavish project... a multimillion-pound sumptuous superhome in Nottingham.The Life and Trials of Oscar Pistorius
2020
star 6.7In the early hours of Valentine’s Day 2013, famous Paralympian Oscar Pistorius shot dead his girlfriend, model and paralegal Reeva Steenkamp. The question was why?Survive the Tribe
2014
Survive the Tribe
2014
Old Country
1983
Old Country
1983
Following on from the hugely popular Out of Town, Old Country saw Jack Hargreaves continue his exploration of rural life in Thomas Hardy country – reflecting on its character, traditions, history and folklore, and the skills that had passed from generation to generation.
