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A&E After DarkA&E After Dark
Channel 5, 2020 Running | Documentary
4.0


Behind the scenes at Hull Royal Infirmary to show the night-time challenges facing NHS staff working in the A&E department.


Michael Palin in NigeriaMichael Palin in Nigeria
Channel 5, 2024 Cancelled/Ended | Adventure, Travel, Documentary | ► Trailer



In his first visit to Nigeria, labelled the 'Giant of Africa', Michael Palin embarks on an epic 1,300-mile journey. It's a country that encompasses stunning landscapes and wildlife, a variety of cultures and faiths, and a diverse population who speak over 500 languages.


Susan Calman's Grand Day OutSusan Calman's Grand Day Out
Channel 5, 2021 Running | Family, Travel, Reality, Documentary
4.0


Susan Calman hits the road in a vintage campervan to discover some of Britain's most scenically stunning road trips. Taking in the Lake District, Devon and Cornwall, Wales, Yorkshire, the Cotswolds and her native Scotland, Susan explores the breathtakingly beautiful, quintessentially British places and meet some amazing characters along the way.


Ben Fogle: Return to the WildBen Fogle: Return to the Wild
Channel 5, 2017 Running | Travel, Reality, Documentary
5.0


Join Ben Fogle as he revisits past contributors who have chosen to live in the remote wilderness, sharing their stories of survival and self-sufficiency. From the Arctic tundra to the Australian outback, witness the challenges and rewards of living off the grid in this inspiring docu-series.


Casualty 24/7Casualty 24/7
Channel 5, 2018 Running | Documentary
5.0


Experience the chaos and drama of a busy emergency department in Barnsley. Casualty 24/7 takes you behind the scenes of real-life medical emergencies. From minor injuries to life-threatening situations, witness the tireless efforts of medical professionals as they work to save lives.


Portugal with Michael PortilloPortugal with Michael Portillo
Channel 5, 2025 Running | Travel, Documentary



Michael takes us to rich and varied locations in a search for Portugal's heart and soul.


GPs: Behind Closed DoorsGPs: Behind Closed Doors
Channel 5, 2013 Running | Reality, Documentary
4.8


Touching, honest and hilarious, the series takes a look at the stresses, strains and joys of working in - and using - the health service in modern Britain.


Cruising with Jane McDonaldCruising with Jane McDonald
Channel 5, 2017 On Hiatus | Travel, Music, Documentary
4.3


Presenter Jane McDonald embarks on a series of ocean odysseys, and while she is no stranger to the open sea, the mega-cruiser she boards is a far cry from the 600-passenger vessel she is used to...


BenFogle Make a New Life in the CountryBenFogle Make a New Life in the Country
Channel 5, 2020 On Hiatus | Reality, Documentary
5.0


Join Ben Fogle as he explores the lives of brave Brits who have traded their city jobs for a simpler life in the countryside. Experience the ups and downs of starting anew as these individuals pursue their dreams of self-sufficiency and a more fulfilling existence.


World's Most Scenic River JourneysWorld's Most Scenic River Journeys
Channel 5, 2021 On Hiatus | Documentary
5.0


Bill Nighy narrates a visually stunning trip along a spectacular river.


Cruising with Susan CalmanCruising with Susan Calman
Channel 5, 2021 Running | Travel, Documentary



Comedian Susan Calman goes on a festive cruise around the Norwegian coastline.


Surgeons: A Matter of Life or DeathSurgeons: A Matter of Life or Death
Channel 5, 2023 Running | Medical, Documentary | ► Trailer
4.0


Cameras follow life-saving operations at the University Hospitals Birmingham.


Sue Perkins: Lost in ThailandSue Perkins: Lost in Thailand
Channel 5, 2024 Running | Adventure, Travel, Reality, Documentary
4.0


Sue Perkins makes a triumphant return to Channel 5 with an incredible brand-new three-part series. Heading off the beaten track, Sue explores three regions of Thailand, meeting extraordinary people - and animals! First, she heads north to Chiang Mai, kicking off her journey by abseiling from the wonderfully named Crazy Horse Buttress into a limestone cave deep underground. Next, on the island of Phuket she helps to clear detritus from a coral reef: 'litter picking does not get any better than this!' In Bangkok she pops into a Buddhist Hell Garden to explore the potential wages of sin, has a driving lesson on an electric tuk-tuk in a monsoon and picks the world's most aromatic coconut with secateurs 20 feet above her head. Not scary at all. As she travels across Thailand she meets extraordinary animals too. Sue learns to sing lullabies to recovering elephants and discovers the secrets of a gibbon 'love tunnel'. Throughout this vibrantly colourful and joyful meander through unseen Thailand, Sue Perkins is funny, fresh and empathetic, happily losing herself in Thailand.


Murder on the InternetMurder on the Internet
Channel 5, 2017 Cancelled/Ended | Crime, Documentary



Crimes involving dating apps have risen seven fold in the past two years with more than 400 offenses reported to police last year - including assault, rape, child sex grooming and even murder. This two-part documentary looks at some of the most shocking crimes committed by people using online dating as a way of finding their victims, revealing why greater public awareness of the risks of using such apps is needed.


A Greek Odyssey with Bettany HughesA Greek Odyssey with Bettany Hughes
Channel 5, 2020 Cancelled/Ended | Travel, History, Documentary
5.0


The historian and classicist explores Greece from the time of the Ancients up to the present day.


Secrets of the Royal PalacesSecrets of the Royal Palaces
Channel 5, 2021 Running | History, Documentary



Behind-the-scenes stories of the British monarchy's residences. Historian Kate Williams also has some gruesome tales from palace history.


ChurchillChurchill
Channel 5, 2021 On Hiatus | Documentary, Biography
4.0


Series exploring the life of one of Britain's most iconic Prime Ministers, Winston Churchill.


Great British Cities with Susan CalmanGreat British Cities with Susan Calman
Channel 5, 2024 Running | Travel, History, Documentary



Susan Calman unearths the historical stories of our great conurbations - Liverpool, Bath, Cambridge, Leeds, Newcastle and Glasgow - revealing their secret stories and the people behind their past.


Wild Things with Dominic MonaghanWild Things with Dominic Monaghan
Channel 5, 2013 Cancelled/Ended | Family, Adventure, Educational, Documentary
4.5


The series follows Dominic as he exploressome of the most remote corners of the globe, as he looks for the biggest, scariest and weirdest insects on the planet.


The Nightmare Neighbour Next DoorThe Nightmare Neighbour Next Door


This series features a mixture of eyewitness testimony and footage from CCTV and phones to take a look at different traumatic and bizarre experiences of people who have become involved in disputes with their neighbors.


Tony Robinson's History of BritainTony Robinson's History of Britain
Channel 5, 2020 On Hiatus | History, Documentary



Join Tony Robinson on a journey through the history of Britain, as he uncovers the fascinating stories of everyday people. From humble beginnings to great triumphs, this series brings history to life through the eyes of those who lived it. Don't miss a moment of this captivating exploration.


Critical ConditionCritical Condition
Channel 5, 2019 On Hiatus | Reality, Documentary



Get ready to witness the intense and fast-paced world of medical emergencies as Critical Condition takes you inside Stoke's Royal University Hospital. Follow the dedicated and skilled medical staff as they work tirelessly to save lives and navigate the challenges of the healthcare system.


Call the Bailiffs: Time to Pay UpCall the Bailiffs: Time to Pay Up
Channel 5, 2021 Running | Documentary
5.0


Following the work of enforcement agents as they execute High Court writs on behalf of people desperate to recover money they are owed.


Chris Tarrant: Extreme Railway JourneysChris Tarrant: Extreme Railway Journeys
Channel 5, 2012 On Hiatus | Travel, Documentary



Join Chris Tarrant on a journey through some of the world's most picturesque railways. From ancient routes to modern marvels, this series explores it all. Experience the stunning landscapes and fascinating cultures that these railways have to offer, as Chris Tarrant takes you on an adventure of a lifetime.


Air Fryers Made EasyAir Fryers Made Easy
Channel 5, 2023 Running | Documentary
5.0


In this cooking series, Alexis Conran aims to prove how easy it can be to prepare decent meals in an air fryer, even for the most amateur of chefs.