Smithsonian Channel TV Series - Page 4
WWII's Most Daring Raids
2016
star 10They were U.S. paratroopers, Norwegian operatives, and British Commandos, Allied teams leading high-risk operations throughout Europe, Africa, and Asia to fight Hitler and turn the tide of the war. WWII's Most Daring Raids puts you in the heart of the action, giving you a minute-by-minute account of the most astonishing surprise attacks against the Third Reich. We forensically examine how exactly these assaults played out, through expert analysis and testimonies from the brave men who carried them out.Animal Empires
2016
star 7Animals congregate in places where their basic needs can be met: havens from predators where competition for food is manageable and breeding opportunities are abundant. Journey to the habitats of these one-of-a-kind animals and learn their survival stories, from nesting fairy penguins, to migrating caribou.Brazil Untamed
2016
star 10The Pantanal is the world's largest tropical wetland, a lush environment where a tangled web of lives comes together. Tree-dwelling capuchin monkeys, gravity-defying Piraputanga fish that leap out of the water to pluck fruit from trees, and over 650 species of birds call this ecosystem home. Wade into this wonderland of biodiversity and uncover its natural rhythms.World of Weapons
2020
World of Weapons
2020
A look at some of the most important, innovative and powerful weapons of all time. Through unique experiments run by weapons specialists, explore how and why these weapons work and the role each one has played in shaping the world we know today.Mystery of the Lost Pyramid
2020
Fifteen miles south of Cairo lies the site of a royal graveyard...and an ancient crime scene. When archaeologists discovered a 4,000-year-old burial chamber there, still sealed with a 10-ton capstone, they hoped to uncover a preserved body and perhaps even treasure. Instead, they found the tomb had been robbed. Now, experts must find out how the seemingly unopened chamber was disturbed and reveal the identity of the royal figure buried there.Secrets of the Pyramid Builders
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Secrets of the Pyramid Builders is an ambitious docudrama series shot in 4K that brings to life extraordinary true stories from the age of the Pharaohs.Space Disasters
2020
star 8A tribute to the bold men and women who put their lives on the line in order to get a foothold in space, sometimes with disastrous results.Genghis Khan's Mongolia
2023
star 7This three-part series examines the life and reign of Genghis Khan and the impact Mongolia’s first ruler still has on its people today.Carriers at War
2018
star 9From the shipyard to the battlefield, see what makes U.S. supercarriers the cornerstone of America's naval might.Europe in Chaos
2019
Europe in Chaos
2019
The European Union has been beset by a series of comings and goings over the last few years, each triggering its own brand of crisis. The civil war in Syria created the biggest wave of refugees to hit Europe since World War II, sparking contested debates on how to divvy up tens of thousands of refugees across E.U. countries. Meanwhile, in the U.K., Britain's vote in favor of Brexit added to the turmoil. Go behind the scenes with firsthand accounts of Europe's tumultuous last decade and its impact around the globe.ArtNation
2023
ArtNation
2023
Host Denim Richards showcases the remarkable stories and celebrated work of dancers, actors, sculptors, photographers, musicians and other artists.Great Parks of Africa
2016
Scattered throughout the wild lands of Africa are a number of protected havens that shelter some of the continent's most iconic wildlife. Explore these majestic natural sanctuaries dedicated to the preservation of the continent's rich yet vulnerable wildlife heritage.Mystic Britain
2019
star 8.3Enter a world of mummies, witches, zombies, and shamans as we explore Britain's mysterious sites and mystic past.The Life of Earth
2019
star 8How did the world we call home come to be? Combining the latest scientific discoveries and theories with CGI, we journey through eons of fire and ice to detail how Earth evolved into a habitable planet and how humanity's success is putting us and our environment in peril.Inside Mighty Machines
2019
star 6.5Former NASA rocket engineer Chad Zdenek takes apart some of the world's mightiest machines and uncovers their secrets.Volcanic Odysseys
2013
Volcanic Odysseys
2013
Nowhere is the full range of nature's force more apparent than during a volcanic eruption. Join us on daring odysseys to the fiery hearts of these volcanic caldera and witness firsthand their awesome displays of power.Wildlife Icons
2015
star 10A number of iconic species call the vast biodiversity of Africa home. From close-knit communities of hamadryas baboons to graceful herds of springbok, get a closer look at the some of the remarkable wildlife within the continent's mighty ecosystem.Arabian Seas
2018
star 10The waters bordering the Arabian Peninsula are home to a host of unique marine animals: from predators like zebra sharks and giant stingrays, to camouflage kings like the cuttlefish and sea horse, to occasional visitors like the migrating whale shark and hawksbill turtle. Wade into this little-seen world of ocean oddities.First Ladies Revealed
2017
See how our first ladies have defined presidencies, reimagined the White House, and left their mark on American history.Aerial Britain
2019
star 4.7Journey to four regions of Britain, discovering the historical significance of the island from breathtaking heights.
