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Three time Emmy-award winning journalist Simcha Jacobovici solves ancient mysteries and finds that history is often not what we have been led to believe.

Roger and Julie Corman detail their lifetime of innovative genre filmmaking. The Cormans' discuss their iconic pool of collaborators and their bare-bones production philosophy that created some of film's most memorable SFX sequences.

The Search for Instagram's Worst Con Artist tells the inside story of Belle Gibson, the 21-year-old social influencer who duped millions of followers by claiming she cured her terminal cancer through wellness and healthy eating.

Some of Sweden's most notable murder cases from entirely new perspectives, including the cases of murderers Peter Mangs and Jonna Henningsson.

We dive deep into the psyche of some of Sweden's worst criminals. How were their childhoods, what signs were there, and what was it that ultimately drove them to sexual abuse and violence?

Dive into the complex world of relocating exotic animals globally. Led by devoted vets and rescuers, the series highlights vast journeys, logistical hurdles, and the dedication to safeguard rare creatures across borders.

Series following a group of obese teenagers who spend five weeks at a camp together in an effort to tackle their weight issues once and for all.

Darren 'Loki' McGarvey investigates the rise of poverty and inequality in Scotland.

In Troldspeillet Special, Jakob Stegelmann delves into important topics from the world of fantasy and colorful culture.

Peter Ingemann's tour on mopeds this time goes up along the east coast of Jutland and ends at the world's largest moped meeting in Skagen. Among other things, Peter shows off his hometown - the beautiful area around Silkeborg and Ry in Jutland.

WWII Frontlines takes viewers deep into the heart of battle, to reveal the critical turning points in some of WWII's most decisive confrontations, from the killing fields of Normandy to the hazardous mountains of Italy, over the vast Pacific Ocean and into devastated Berlin.  Compelling first-person testimony from all sides, cutting edge-analysis, location demonstrations and vivid storytelling dispel the myths to provide new insights into the thrilling events that shaped the outcome of the war.

The Korean table is a sight to behold. Dive into everything from grains to side dishes, and uncover what it takes to create the diverse and beloved meals.

Join Dr Bree and the team as they help and rescue Australia's wildlife.

Documentary series about Germany's triumph at the 2014 World Cup: the 7:1 win over Brazil and Mario Götze's final goal are unforgettable, but alongside the euphoria, the national team experienced setbacks and emotional trials. Benedikt Höwedes, the secret World Cup hero, travels back to Brazil with ARD and shares his extraordinary view of the tournament, talks about a dramatic car accident and hair loss in the team quarters. National coach Joachim Löw, final hero Bastian Schweinsteiger and top scorer Thomas Müller also provide exclusive, personal insights.

Christian relics hold great symbolic and spiritual value, stirring passion in many. Hearing from leading experts in archaeology, history, theology, genetics, engineering and molecular physics, this series investigates each relics validity.

Renowned wildlife experts explore the work of conservationists helping to save imperiled species.

This two-part documentary re-examines what happened that night, going behind the scenes to show who Fr. Niall, Richard and Teresa were, and uncovers new information that points towards a motive, and possibly the involvement of a third party in his death.

New Zealand averages 870,000 calls for urgent help every year. This series takes viewers out on rescue helicopters, ambulances & boats with emergency teams as they attend to desperate situations.

A look at the biggest disasters to strike planet Earth, exploring their life-altering effects on mankind and the reasons why they happen.

EthosLab's Minecraft let's play on the HermitCraft server.

"Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it," according to a popular saying often attributed to Mark Twain. That may have been true but not so much now, because there are people trying to do something about the weather. This docuseries, hosted by former science writer John Rennie, looks at the work of scientists trying to develop ways to prevent, weaken or redirect dangerous weather and geological phenomena, like tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Each episode follows Rennie as he conducts a series of experiments to figure out how, potentially, to manipulate the Earth - and whether it would help or harm mankind or the planet. Assisting Rennie are science blogger Cara Santa Maria and science comedian Brian Malow - yes, he's a science comedian - who talk the host through the plausibility of each scenario.

Intrepid Nick Knowles sets off on another ambitious adventure for Channel 5, this time to South America. From the self-styled 'end of the world' in Chile, Nick treks to the astonishing Torres del Paine National Park, considered by some to be the eighth wonder of the world. From the lake district, he visits a Chilean archipelago in the Pacific and its largest island Chiloe, home of witches, and finally traverses the Andes to end his South American odyssey in Argentina.

Details of splendour and charm from the Edwardian era - presented by cook and Edwardian enthusiast Hugh Fearnley-Whittingshall, Treats from the Edwardian Country House is a companion series to The Edwardian Country House.

Well-known astronomers Nigel Henbest & Heather Couper host this show, crossing time and space to discover the secrets of the planets, their past, present and future. Using their knowledge of science and astronomy, they tell us the truth about the human race's home and the other planets where perhaps others lifeforms exist.

The first in-depth look at the GameStop cultural phenomenon and its impact on everyday investors. Hear from Mark Cuban, Jim Cramer, Dave Portnoy and Robinhood's Vlad Tenev on this high-stakes saga.