Follow archaeologists as they unearth an entire city of the dead and uncover a 5,000-year-old story about ancient Egypt.
At the scene of every crime is a story of a time, the place, and its people. This six-part series steps back in time to examine the most gruesome and compelling murder mysteries of the past 200 years, viewed through the lens of the eras and cities in which they took place. Through cinematic reenactments, we follow the determined investigators and complex perpetrators while revealing how each case made its own mark on history.
With a narrative running deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses, “American Pie” is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years. This documentary tells the stories of the people who were a part of this moment from the beginning, shows the point of view of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song’s creation, and highlights cultural moments in America’s history that are as relevant now as they were in 1971, when the song was released.
Go behind the scenes at some of Europe's largest and most high-tech food factories and explore their ingenious machines.
A documentary about the life and career of controversial stand-up comedian, Patrice O'Neal, who released only one special before his death in 2011.
Eli Timoner, a dedicated husband, father, and entrepreneur who founded the airline Air Florida in the 1970s, decides to medically terminate his life. During the 15-day waiting period, the bedridden but sharp-witted Eli says goodbye to those closest to him and helps them prepare for his departure. While his loved ones look back on Eli’s successes and devastating blows, they struggle to reconcile his choice.
A chronicle of the daily challenges of the airport staff who manage to keep the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) open, freight flowing, and passengers flying, all despite weather that regularly dips to -38 Fahrenheit and wind speeds that typically exceed 100 mph.
Coded tells the story of illustrator J.C. Leyendecker, whose legacy laid the foundation for today's out-and-proud LGBTQ advertisements.
Follows the crime and scandal that took down President Richard Nixon the day of the break-in at the Watergate Hotel.
Sean Penn and Aaron Kaufman’s documentary, shot just before and after Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24th February 2022, and featuring several interviews with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Join host Dr. Tracy Borman as she examines Henry VIII’s life, from birth to death, and those of the men around him.
The groundbreaking and prolific music documentary series returns with several new episodes and the best of the vault remastered and updated for today’s audiences featuring artist interviews, a creative refresh and reimagined visual style.
Bill Pullman introduces and narrates this four-part documentary on the world's first national park, Yellowstone.
Monica hosts a series exploring the dark side of the American Dream, chronicling untold true crime stories involving basketball players, rappers, models and other celebrities who paid a lethal price for stardom.
Sprawling estates and magnificent castles dot Britain's landscape, passed down from one aristocratic heir or heiress to the next. But life in a stately home isn't quite the fairy tale it's made out to be. Join Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke as she ventures through some of the most storied and remarkable estates in Great Britain. From England's Newby Hall and Holdenby House to Scotland's Inveraray and Floors Castles, this is an all-access look at grand residences and the families who keep their histories alive.
The stories of the men and women who made America's mission to the Moon possible are told through archival film, oral histories taken directly from the astronauts and Apollo artifacts, such as John Glenn's camera and Apollo 11's command module.
They must lift a 1,400-ton submarine over dry land, tow seven floating mansions across the Netherlands, and drive a massive WWI artillery gun across southern England. These are just a few of the daunting challenges faced by teams of heavy haulers around the world. Join us as we follow these engineers on epic journeys over land, sea, and air as they transport monstrous structures to new locations, often against strict deadlines.
Journey to four regions of Britain, discovering the historical significance of the island from breathtaking heights.
Russian activist Anastasia Shevchenko was kept under house arrest for two years for speaking out against the government. During that time, her young special-needs daughter died alone, away from her mother's touch.
An investigation into our landscape's hidden fire stories and on-the-ground experiences of firefighters and residents struggling through deadly fires.
Join us as we go behind the façade and into the private lives of Princes Edward, Albert, Henry, George, and Princess Mary.
Enter the heart of the battle as we relive six surprising military raids that changed the tide of World War II.
A small custom T-shirt shop in Washington, DC, sees a generation of Black youth experience gun violence.
Watch as virus hunters and bat experts team up to uncover how and why COVID-19 jumped from animals to people.