In the spring of 1798, Napoleon set out with 38,000 men and 10,000 sailors to conquer Egypt.

This is the story of a power struggle between two men - one fictional, and one real. In one corner is the master of crime – the greatest...

From dangerous explosives and deadly curses that put everyday people at risk, to treasures found in the unlikeliest of ways, each episode digs into...

A historical exploration about the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and the preserved Roman city it left behind.

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

The naturalist visits uncharted territory in pursuit of new discoveries. Steve Backshall takes on physical challenges, encounters extraordinary...

Days that Shocked the World explores the most iconic disasters of the last 50 years, combining eye-witness testimony with powerful archive footage,...

A spectacular journey which uncovers how the Viking era has left its imprint on the way of life and landscape of Norway, and the parallels observed...

What it felt like to live through the collapse of communism and democracy. A series of films by Adam Curtis.

Documentaries are broadcast every week on Dutch TV Channel NPO 2 under the name 2Doc: inspiring stories of the here and now.

Explore Marvel’s rich legacy of pioneering characters, creators and storytelling to reflect the world outside your window. Each documentary,...

Biography is a documentary television series. It was originally a half-hour filmed series produced for CBS by David Wolper from 1961 to 1964 and...

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

A series of standalone documentaries powered by the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the...

An immersive, action-packed and discovery-led series following International teams of Egyptologists as they unearth the world's richest seam of...

Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs, social movements and world-changing discoveries.

Award-winning actor and nervous explorer Eugene Levy steps out of his comfort zone for a whirlwind tour of the world's most beautiful and intriguing...

A documentary series exploring the myths and legends behind some of Hollywood’s notoriously “cursed” horror film productions. From...

Motoring programme featuring reviews of and reports about cars of all types.

An overgrown field and a stretch of highway connect a series of grisly murders spanning several decades as grieving families search for answers.

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and...

Oscar and Grammy Award-winning producer and artist Mark Ronson explores the intersection of technology and musical innovation with his heroes and...