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Wallace & Gromit's World of Invention
2010
star 6.6In the series, "Wallace will take a light hearted and humorous look at the real-life inventors, contraptions, gadgets and inventions, with the silent help of Gromit. The series aims to inspire a whole new generation of innovative minds by showing them real, but mind-boggling, machines and inventions from around the world that have influenced his illustrious inventing career" (the BBC press statement). Peter Sallis reprised his role as the voice of Wallace. The filmed inserts are mostly narrated by Ashley Jensen, with one in each episode presented in-vision by Jem Stansfield. John Sparkes also voices a portion in the unseen character of archivist Goronwy.Icons Unearthed: Star Wars
2022
star 7Marcia Lucas, Oscar-winning film editor and ex-wife of George Lucas, sits down for her first-ever on-camera interview and provides unique insight into the rise of LucasFilm — including her 14-year marriage to and eventual divorce from George Lucas — the editing of the original Star Wars trilogy, the origin of the idea that Darth Vader would be Luke’s father and if there were really originally plans for nine movies.Murder in Glitterball City
2026
star 6The city of Louisville, Kentucky, known for its historic Victorian architecture and birthplace of the mirrored glitterball, proves to be an unlikely backdrop for a dark tale of murder. This documentary explores the shifting landscape of a mysterious killing, a toxic relationship, a vulnerable victim and the unreliable accounts of two ex-lovers on trial for their lives.Un monde, un regard
2021
Un monde, un regard
2021
The Kingdom
2025
The Kingdom
2025
star 6.5In 2024, the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs aimed to make history by becoming the first NFL team to win three straight Super Bowls. "The Kingdom" – a new six-part ESPN Original Series – chronicles the Chiefs’ dramatic pursuit of a three-peat, the legacy of the franchise, and the unforgettable characters who built its modern-day football dynasty.A Friend, a Murderer
2026
A Friend, a Murderer
2026
star 7.4A Danish town feared a serial criminal for eight years. When caught, Amanda, Nichlas and Kiri discovered the perpetrator was their close friend who'd committed assaults, kidnappings and murder while spending time with them.AI Confidential with Hannah Fry
2026
star 4.2Hannah Fry takes a deep dive into some of the most extraordinary human stories emerging from the world of AI, from falling in love with a chatbot to life and death decisions made by robots.Retro Tech
2019
Retro Tech
2019
star 9Follow tech guru Marques Brownlee as he uncovers how iconic technology of the past came to life and shaped history. In each episode, Marques meets with fellow YouTube creators, experts, and celebrity guests, to explore the impact each piece of vintage tech has had on our culture and why these pieces remain so revolutionary.Taboo
2018
Taboo
2018
star 8Philippe Geubels searches for the limits of his humor. He goes on an adventure for a week with people who you shouldn't laugh with.Legenden
1998
Biography: Comedy Icons
2019
Part of the award-winning Biography series, A&E Network will premiere three new documentaries exploring the lives and careers of comedy giants Chris Farley, Jeff Dunham and Jeff Foxworthy. Airing across two days, the specials will delve deep into the careers and personal lives of these dynamic performers to give viewers an insider’s look at what it took for each to reach the top.Street Food: Asia
2019
Street Food: Asia
2019
star 7.6Embark on a global cultural journey into street food and discover the stories of the people who create the flavorful dishes.The Vice Guide to Travel
2007
The Vice Guide to Travel is a documentary-style travel show released in 2006 by Vice Media, as part of the VBS.tv online television division of Vice. The show follows Vice employees as they travel to dangerous, weird, and offbeat locations throughout the globe.Film Emigration from Nazi Germany
1975
star 9Based on extensive interviews, shot on 16mm in a series of static long takes, Filmemigration aus Nazideutschland, is one of the most fascinating examples of "Film history on film" ever produced. Straschek devoted years to researching the topic and accumulating both film and non-film materials. Apart from some radio features and articles, however, this 290-minute TV programme remains the only published trace of Straschek's lifelong work on the emigration of film personnel. He had intended to publish a three-volume book, encompassing all available data about 3,000 emigrants originating from the centre and peripheries of film production, but the book never materialised.Obama
2020
Obama
2020
Campaign promises of hope and change were met by a cratering economy, two never-ending wars, an epidemic of gun violence, and a surging partisan divide. In this 4-part series the president's inner circle, Congressional leaders, and journalists reflect on Barack Obama's historic two terms and the tightrope he walked as the country’s first African-American President.Cosmic Journeys
2009
Cosmic Journeys
2009
star 7.7Cutting-edge stories about the origins of the universe, black holes, exploding stars, the search for ET life, and the nature of the planets. How did the universe begin? Where will it end? Are there other worlds like Earth?Secrets of the Elephants
2023
star 8.3We travel the globe to meet different families of elephants, each with their own set of remarkable cultural behaviors which they’ve adapted to suit the environment in which they live.Once Upon a Time in Iraq
2020
star 8.3With unique personal archive from civilians and soldiers from both sides of the conflict, this series takes viewers closer to the realities of war and life under Isis than they have ever been before.Could You Survive The Movies?
2019
star 6.8Explore the magic and science of cinema. In each episode, Vsauce3’s Jake Roper takes you on an immersive journey into the world of a different movie; blending unscripted scientific exploration with narrative storytelling.
