Dictators’ Hideouts

Stockholm's Bloodbath of 1520 is one of the most dramatic moments in the entire history of the Nordic countries. But what really happened? How could...

How were everyday items made centuries ago? In a new documentary series, the best Czech craftsmen revive period methods to create replicas of...

An affectionate look at life in 1970s Britain - the news, fads, fashions, music and more.

How do mathematical codes and alchemical clues left within the works of Shakespeare reveal his connections with Freemasonry, Rosicrucians, and royal...

This fresh look at the epic history of the American West delves into the desperate struggle for the land itself – and how it still shapes the...

British show about possible x-files style stories.

It spans over 5,000 years of history that have shaped the world. It is full of spectacular sites and epic stories and an evolving society of...

With the 00s now firmly in our rear view mirror, the decade is ripe for re-evaluation. From 9/11 to the financial crisis, the decade shows not only a...

Documentary about the three different orders of Crusader knights from 1000 AD to 1500 AD

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

An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

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

The history of the sport of baseball in America, told through archival photos, film footage, and the words of those who contributed to the game in...

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...

A worldwide guided tour of the greatest movies ever made and the story of international cinema through the history of cinematic innovation.

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

American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists,...

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

Explore the surprising things we know (and don’t know) about why people are the way they are through expert interviews, rare footage from...