Documentary TV Series - Page 491
True Crime Story: Smugshot
2024
star 7.8A docu-series that spotlights entitled individuals involved in elaborate criminal behavior. At times quirky and funny, at others outrageous or disturbing, these are the stories of people who thought they could, or should, get away with it.WW2 - Battles for Europe
2019
star 9Eye-witness veteran testimony from men who served under fire on the frontlineThe Ascent of Money
2008
The Ascent of Money
2008
star 8Historian Niall Ferguson tells the story of money and the rise of global finance. Bringing context and understanding to the current economic crisis, he reveals how the history of finance has been punctuated by gut-wrenching crashes.Ice Patrol
2009
Ice Patrol
2009
star 10Built especially for the challenging conditions of Antarctica, HMS Endurance is the Royal Navy’s only ice patrol ship and its only one capable of breaking into the icy wastes of Antarctica. We join the elite, 140-person crew as they embark on a four-month expedition in perhaps the most extreme and hostile environment on the planet. Follow the extensive and diverse duties of the Royal Navy and the British Antarctic Survey, and the trials and tribulations that the frozen continent brings. In the first episode, Return to the Ice HMS Endurance prepares for another season in Antarctica. Captain Bob Tarrant has taken her there for the last two years but in 10 days time he must hand over to a new captain and is determined that the ship is ready for the ice before he leaves. Faced with a series of engine problems, can the crew get the vessel ready for both a long and dangerous journey and a new commander? Then bad news from home causes further problems as the ship leaves the Falklands.Rip the Runway
2007
Rip the Runway
2007
Rip The Runway is an annual fashion show and music show broadcast by BET, held at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.Life in a Glimpse
2026
Life in a Glimpse
2026
Finding the value of perspective through intimate portraits of strangers. Reflections on life, identity and resilience by people you'd never notice, but the ones you'd never forget once you know their story.Allo Allo! Brits in France
2021
Documentary series following three sets of characterful Brits, who have fallen in love with France and made it their new home. A funny and irreverent look beneath the surface of the French dreamRemarkable Places to Eat
2019
Leading chefs take host Fred Sirieix to experience the restaurants where they genuinely love to eat and explore what goes into making them so special.Liz Bonnin's Wild Caribbean
2023
Over 7,000 incredible islands, bursting with unique natural wonders. Liz Bonnin shares the sights that ignited her passion for nature and discovers the Caribbean's untamed heart.Rowdy’s Places
2021
Rowdy’s Places
2021
Join Rowdy Ronda Rousey on a journey to explore one of civilization’s oldest sports, competitive fighting. In her travels, Ronda will speak with experts within the worlds of MMA, wrestling, boxing and so much more to uncover why combat sports have been a global sensation for a millennium.Ten Weeks
2021
Ten Weeks
2021
Basic Combat Training (a.k.a. Boot Camp) marks the exhausting, inspiring, and exhilarating start to a career in military service. For the first time in over two decades, the U.S. Army has allowed cameras to capture an unfiltered inside look at ten weeks of training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Ten Weeks, produced by Blumhouse Television and We Are the Mighty, follows five Army recruits through their extraordinary transformation from civilians into soldiers.Wild Indonesia
2015
Wild Indonesia
2015
The 17,000 islands that comprise the nation of Indonesia stretch more than 3,000 miles along the equator, bridging Asia and Australasia. Indonesia’s natural habitats vary widely. On some islands, tropical forests climb from steamy lowlands to mountain slopes. On others, parched savannah thrives. Coral reefs line thousands of tranquil atolls, while relentless waves batter rocky cliffs on other shores. In Papua, the mountains reach so high that permanent ice caps top their peaks, surrounded by barren alpine tundra. These wildly ranging habitats are home to an incredible number and diversity of living creatures - this iconic and landmark series is a celebration of Indonesia’s most spectacular locations and incredible wildlife.Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity
2011
star 8Professor Jim Al-Khalili tells the electrifying story of our quest to master nature's most mysterious force - electricity. Until fairly recently, electricity was seen as a magical power, but it is now the lifeblood of the modern world and underpins every aspect of our technological advancements. Without electricity, we would be lost. This series tells of dazzling leaps of imagination and extraordinary experiments - a story of maverick geniuses who used electricity to light our cities, to communicate across the seas and through the air, to create modern industry and to give us the digital revolution.For Love of Liberty: The Story of America's Black Patriots
2010
A two-part, four-hour documentary series honoring African-American servicemen and women.Greatest Discoveries with Dan Snow
2022
Dan Snow breathes new life into incredible archaeological discoveries, including an in-depth exploration of each discovery, delving into the history, myths, and legends surrounding these ancient sites. Through interviews with experts and on-site exploration, Snow brings these fascinating stories to life, offering a fresh perspective on some of the world’s most renowned archaeological wonders.Lebenslänglich Mord
2013
Lebenslänglich Mord
2013
Boris Becker: The Rise and Fall
2023
star 7From global tennis stardom to prison - the unbelievable inside story.Vale Tudo com Tim Maia
2022
star 8With never-before-seen footage, shows and rare interviews, the series bets on the irreverent way of the Brazilian music to narrate its own trajectory.Land of the Far North
2020
star 10Exploring the polar day and night in northern Scandinavia while shedding light on the various challenges animals and plants face for survival.
