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The True Story of Alexander the Great
2005
star 7Tutored by Aristotle, helpless witness to his father's assassination, and a brilliant, pioneering tactician, Alexander the Great had conquered the known world--and sealed his legacy as one of history's most remarkable rulers--by the age of 25. In the year 334 B.C., 20-year-old King Alexander of Macedonia decided to bring the farthest reaches of the world under one domain. Over the next 12 years, he led a grand army across more than 20,000 miles and eventually brought all of Asia under his control, only to perish from battle wounds at the age of 32. Incorporating dramatic onsite reenactments with high-end computer graphics and the expertise of renowned scholars, THE TRUE STORY OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT is a special presentation from THE HISTORY CHANNEL®, examining the life and career of this military genius, impassioned lover, and fearless leader.The Roman War Machine
1999
Examine the history of Ancient Rome with The Roman War Machine, a four-part documentary series narrated by Joseph Campanella. From its establishment in 300 BC to the crushing defeat at the hands of the German chief Akininis in 9 AD, The Roman War Machine examines every aspect of this legendary fighting force. Throughout each episode we’ll take a closer look at ancient Rome’s war politics, Roman legions, commanders, their disciplined war tactics and battles. See how Caesar used his soldiers for political gain as well as in the field of battle, follow Hadrian’s troops as they build monuments still standing today and learn what life was like for the common soldier with the help of ancient documents and historical re-enactments.Rockschool
1983
Rockschool
1983
The series explored the history of rock music and gave instruction in popular performance techniques.In the Eye of the Storm: The Political Odyssey of Yanis Varoufakis
2022
star 9In the Eye of the Storm is a six-part documentary series about one of the foremost intellectuals and political figures of our age, Yanis Varoufakis. In the Eye of the Storm begins with a first-hand account of Varoufakis’ dramatic battle with the European establishment, but goes much further to weave a gripping political narrative about the fate of our civilization: where we are, how we got here, and where he believes we must go. We see up close, through Varoufakis’ unique story, how power works at the highest levels, entering a world so often shrouded in secrecy.André Rieu - Welcome to My World
2013
From Australia to Argentina via Mexico and Maastricht, viewers join André and the members of the famous Johann Strauss Orchestra in a spectacular journey celebrating music, waltzes and his spellbinding showmanship. Each episode documents an exhilarating part of the maestro’s life, as well as showcasing new concert performances.ArtNation
2023
ArtNation
2023
Host Denim Richards showcases the remarkable stories and celebrated work of dancers, actors, sculptors, photographers, musicians and other artists.The Torso Killer Confessions
2023
star 7.4Delves into the decades long journey of Detective Robert Anzilotti as he works to bring justice to cold case victims linked to serial killer Richard Cottingham.Bandon Mein Tha Dum!
2022
Bandon Mein Tha Dum!
2022
star 6.8Witness the greatest fightback for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The story of Men in Blue who led India's biggest triumph in Test history. The four-part series encapsulates the tension, the excitement of thrilling games, behind-the-scenes footage and candid narratives from the cricketers, coaches, and journalists involved.Mother Teresa: For the Love of God?
2022
star 7The extraordinary truth about one of the most revered, yet enigmatic, controversial, and complex figures in contemporary history. Told through the multiple viewpoints from those who knew her best and drawing on archive and personal letters where we hear from Mother Teresa in her own words, this series tells the astonishing story of a latter-day Saint.British as Folk
2021
British as Folk
2021
Fern Brady, Darren Harriott and Ivo Graham travel across the nation discovering and interrogating the stereotypes and traditions that make up British life today and, in the process, create their very own 'brutally honest' guide to the UK.Post Scriptum - An Optimistic Look at the End of the World
2021
A docu-fiction about the present starting from the future: with an optimistic attitude and a sci-fi approach, the last man on Earth is looking for lost memories from Italy in 2020.Legends of the Pharaohs
2021
star 5.7This documentary series brings to life Egypt’s great pyramid builders and traces one remarkable century of epic construction at Giza, shining a light on the personal stories of individuals who took part in the construction of the pyramids and the Great Sphinx.Die Fernsehtruhe
2009
Die Fernsehtruhe
2009
Confronting a Serial Killer
2021
star 5.4The timely story of the unprecedented relationship between acclaimed New York Times best-selling author and memoirist Jillian Lauren and the most prolific serial killer in American history, Samuel Little, and her race against time to identify his victims before it's too late. As she slips deeper into his sordid world, Jillian realizes that she may become, psychologically, Little's last victim.Turkadelica
2024
Turkadelica
2024
Singer and actress Meral Polat searches for the roots of Turkish pop music. The music that the guest workers from Turkey brought with them to Europe. But she also meets the artists who are currently leading the charts with psychedelic rock, hip-hop and electro-pop.Munich '72
2022
Munich '72
2022
star 6Chronicle of the attack perpetrated by the Palestinian terrorist group Black September in the Olympic Village during the 1972 Munich Summer Games.The Hairy Bikers' Restoration Road Trip
2013
star 7.5Swapping spatulas for spanners, the Hairy Bikers restore amazing relics of Britain's past.The Surgeon
2026
The Surgeon
2026
We look behind the surgeon's mask - from the pressured operating theatre to life at home.
