1986 · 316 episodes · ★ 7.0American MastersAmerican Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others…Movies and TV shows from United States
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1986 · 316 episodes · ★ 7.0American MastersAmerican Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others…
1988 · 459 episodes · ★ 7.6Shark WeekThe Discovery Channel's Shark Week, first broadcast on July 17, 1987, is a weeklong series of feature television programs dedicated to sharks. Held annually, normally in…
1997 · 51 episodes · ★ 7.7Classic AlbumsA documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history…
2010 · 310 episodes · ★ 8.8Mysteries at the MuseumDon Wildman unearths relics from the world's greatest institutions to reveal secrets from the past. He examines each artifact to illuminate history's most incredible…
2006 · 287 episodes · ★ 7.5How Do They Do It?An insider's look at the engineering and scientific miracles behind the things that form the modern world.
2011 · 31 episodes · ★ 7.1CuriosityCuriosity is an American documentary television series that premiered on August 7, 2011, on the Discovery Channel. Each episode focuses on one question in science,…
2006 · 66 episodes · ★ 7.1Man vs. WildBear strands himself in popular wilderness destinations where tourists often find themselves lost or in danger.
2021 · 18 episodes · ★ 7.3Behind the AttractionLearn how popular Disney attractions and destinations came to be, how they have changed over time, and how fans continue to obsess over them.
2016 · 68 episodes · ★ 7.5Space's Deepest SecretsA new breed of explorer has taken space travel beyond the moon to unlock and reveal first-ever views of alien worlds and cosmic bodies far beyond anyone's imagination.…
2021 · 6 episodes · ★ 8.4McCartney 3, 2, 1Paul McCartney sits down for a rare in-depth one-on-one with legendary producer Rick Rubin to discuss his ground breaking work with The Beatles, the emblematic 70s arena…
2011 · 2 episodes · ★ 7.5George Harrison: Living in the Material WorldHe was part of the most famous rock-'n'-roll quartet in history. But George Harrison was much more than just a member of The Beatles.
2006 · 84 episodes · ★ 7.4Ultimate FactoriesUltimate Factories also known as Megafactories is an American documentary television series that premiered in 2006 on the National Geographic Channel. The program…
2022 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.0The Last Movie StarsA celebration of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s iconic careers and decades-long partnership. Director Ethan Hawke brings life and color to this definitive history of…
2010 · 72 episodes · ★ 7.9Aerial AmericaTake off on a thrilling flight across America. This epic series offers rare glimpses of our nation's most treasured landmarks, all seen from breathtaking heights. From…
1985 · Film · ★ 6.9The Statue of LibertyFor more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling and provocative portrait…
1995 · 4 episodes · ★ 8.3The Beatles AnthologyThe story of the Beatles told by the four of them, in eight parts: Liverpool and Hamburg, the first records, the years of touring, the studio masterpieces and the last…
2012 · 4 episodes · ★ 8.0The Men Who Built AmericaInfluential builders, dreamers and believers whose feats transformed the United States, a nation decaying from the inside after the Civil War, into the greatest economic…
2021 · 5 episodes · ★ 7.2Money, ExplainedWe spend it, we borrow it, and save it. Now let's talk about money and its many minefields, from credit cards to casino, scammers to student loans.
2017 · 17 episodes · ★ 7.8America in ColorFrom the 1920s through the 1960s, America transformed from a young country on the rise into a global superpower. Using digital colorization technology, we present these…
1996 · 9 episodes · ★ 8.4The WestThe West, sometimes marketed as Ken Burns Presents: The West, is a documentary film about the American Old West. It was directed by Stephen Ives and the executive…
2002 · 96 episodes · ★ 9.0The Crocodile Hunter DiariesDiscover Steve and Terri Irwin's life at the Australia Zoo and the incredible stories that unfold in front of the camera. From the birth of their daughter Bindi, to the…
1997 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.8Liberty!Dramatic documentary about the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a loosely connected group of states to become a nation.
2004 · 159 episodes · ★ 7.5MegaStructuresMegaStructures is a documentary television series appearing on the National Geographic Channel in the United States and the United Kingdom, Channel 5 in the United…
1995 · 8 episodes · ★ 7.6500 Nations500 Nations is an eight-part documentary on the Native Americans of North and Central America. It documents from pre-Columbian to the end of the 19th century. Much of…
2016 · 102 episodes · ★ 7.4UnearthedUnearthed decodes mysteries and combines scientific investigations with CGI animation to reveal the hidden secrets of iconic structures and monuments from around the…
2020 · 4 episodes · ★ 7.1Challenger: The Final FlightEngineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.
2005 · 14 episodes · ★ 8.0Engineering an EmpireEngineering an Empire is a program on The History Channel that explores the engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest…
2020 · 6 episodes · ★ 8.0On PointeA six-part docu-series that captures a season in the School of American Ballet (SAB) in New York City.
1995 · 11 episodes · ★ 10.0The History of Rock 'n' RollChronicles the history of rock 'n' roll music from its origins.
2021 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.5HemingwayThe visionary work and the turbulent life of Ernest Hemingway, one of the greatest and most influential writers America has ever produced. Interweaving his eventful…
1992 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.9MGM: When the Lion RoarsOn April 24, 1924, the movies changed forever: The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio opened and soon assembled “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Patrick Stewart hosts…
2022 · 10 episodes · ★ 7.3Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy ChinTake a look inside the minds of elite adventure athletes through transformative stories about facing fear, personal loss, and Mother Nature.
2015 · 13 episodes · ★ 8.7Nature Is SpeakingNature is given a voice to raise awareness that people need nature in order to survive.
2011 · 4 episodes · ★ 7.1Dinosaur RevolutionDinosaur Revolution is a four-part American nature documentary produced by Creative Differences. It utilizes computer-generated imagery to portray dinosaurs and other…
2022 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.1SketchbookAn intimate instructional documentary series, that takes us onto the desks and into the lives of talented artists and animators. Each episode focuses on a single artist…
2023 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.1Downey's Dream CarsRobert Downey Jr. loves restoring classic cars. But he's also become dedicated to fighting climate change. So he's bringing his beloved old cars into the future, making…
2023 · 6 episodes · ★ 8.4Animals Up Close with Bertie GregoryBertie Gregory travels the world to show animals' lives like never before.
2020 · 8 episodes · ★ 7.4Song ExploderGet inspired as musicians dig deep into the creative process of songwriting and reveal their intimate thoughts in a series based on the hit podcast.
2023 · 28 episodes · ★ 8.4The Mega-Brands That Built AmericaThe innovations, failures and incredible achievements of some of the most successful businesses in history, from megastores like Costco and Walmart to shipping giants…
2024 · Film · ★ 7.8Tigers on the RiseCelebrate the remarkable comeback of tigers and the local heroes fighting to protect them.
2019 · 39 episodes · ★ 8.0World's Most Scenic Railway JourneysBill Nighy narrates the stories of epic train journeys through stunning scenery.
2023 · Film · ★ 6.7Being Mary Tyler MooreWith unprecedented access to the Mary Tyler Moore Estate, friends, family, and colleagues, Being Mary Tyler Moore constructs an intimate mosaic of Mary's sixty-year…
2021 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.7The Titans That Built AmericaOut of the ashes of World War I, a new generation of titan rises…Pierre Du Pont, Walter Chrysler, J.P. Morgan Jr., Henry Ford, and William Boeing. Their fight to reach…
2020 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.5Raiders of the Lost Past with Janina RamirezJanina Ramirez travels in the footsteps of some of the world's greatest explorer-archaeologists revealing how our understanding of the sites they excavated are still…
2008 · 116 episodes · ★ 8.0Dogs 101Dogs 101 is a show that airs on the American cable TV channel Animal Planet. Dog trainers and breeding experts explored the advantages and disadvantages of various…
2017 · 4 episodes · ★ 7.4American EpicTravel the country in search of unknown 1920s artists, when the music of ordinary Americans was recorded for the first time, transforming music forever, in a three-part…
1978 · 40 episodes · ★ 8.2ConnectionsTaking an interdisciplinary approach to the history of science and invention, Connections explores an "Alternative View of Change" that rejects the conventional linear…
2022 · 5 episodes · ★ 7.8Epic Adventures with Bertie GregoryFollow the escapades of a young Explorer as he travels the world capturing extraordinary footage of wild animals.
1995 · 3 episodes · ★ 8.3A Personal Journey with Martin Scorsese Through American MoviesFilmmaker Martin Scorsese celebrates US movies from the silent classics to the Hollywood of the seventies.
2022 · Film · ★ 7.0We Feed PeopleWe Feed People spotlights renowned chef José Andrés and his nonprofit World Central Kitchen’s incredible mission and evolution over 12 years from being a scrappy group…
2004 · 6 episodes · ★ 8.0Broadway: The American MusicalThis six part documentary miniseries presents the evolution of the Broadway musical from its inception in 1893 to current day 2004. It presents those influential players…
2015 · 5 episodes · ★ 8.0First PeoplesA five-part series that features the latest research exploring how early humans evolved. See how the mixing of prehistoric human genes led the way for our species to…
2023 · Film · ★ 7.1Good Chemistry: The Story of ElementalPixar director Peter Sohn takes viewers on a humorous personal journey through the inspiration behind Disney and Pixar’s feature film “Elemental.” “Good Chemistry: The…
2023 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.3Ancient EmpiresThis seven-hour miniseries explores the foundations of the greatest empires of all time and the incredible stories of Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Cleopatra.
2020 · 10 episodes · ★ 7.2It's a Dog's Life with Bill FarmerAs the iconic voice of Goofy and Pluto for more than 30 years, Disney Legend Bill Farmer steps out from behind the microphone to meet his own favorite characters — dogs!…
1990 · Film · ★ 7.5Central ParkThe famous New York City landmark is given the spotlight, as well as the variety of ways in which people make use of it: running, boating, walking, skating, music,…
1999 · 56 episodes · ★ 8.9Croc FilesCroc Files is a wildlife documentary television series focusing on crocodiles first aired on cable TV channel Animal Planet. It was created as a spin-off to the original…
2024 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.6The Power of FilmDive deep into the art of storytelling by examining the defining principles and inner workings of the greatest classic films from the past century.
2006 · 19 episodes · ★ 7.2Everest: Beyond the LimitEverest: Beyond the Limit is a Discovery Channel reality television series about yearly attempts to summit Mount Everest organized and led by New Zealander Russell Brice.
1997 · 2 episodes · ★ 7.5Thomas JeffersonThe complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing…
2009 · 26 episodes · ★ 7.3How the Earth Was MadeHISTORY goes to the ends of the earth to find where our world began. Forged from fire and ice, formed by floods, volcanoes, asteroids and earthquakes, our planet tells a…
2003 · 42 episodes · ★ 8.9Ancient DiscoveriesAncient Discoveries was a television series that premiered on December 21, 2003, on The History Channel. The program focused on ancient technologies. The show's theme…
2024 · 6 episodes · ★ 8.3How Disney Built AmericaA nostalgia-filled ride that paints a vivid picture of the world of Walt Disney and the history-making empire he and his brother Roy Disney built. Each hour-long episode…
2022 · 2 episodes · ★ 7.4Theodore RooseveltThe two-part premium miniseries event on Theodore Roosevelt, the first modern President of the United States, will provide a rich, panoramic biography weaving…
1988 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.1The Power of MythThe Power of Myth is a television series originally broadcast on PBS in 1988 as Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth. The documentary comprises six one-hour…
2019 · 4 episodes · ★ 7.8Lost Treasures of the MayaA new "treasure map" of the Maya world is transforming what we thought we knew of one of the world most mysterious ancient civilizations.
2007 · 48 episodes · ★ 8.1Cities of the UnderworldDon Wildman travels to the farthest and deepest reaches of the globe, using cutting-edge technology to explore mysteries buried deep underground.
2018 · Film · ★ 6.8HowardThough legendary lyricist Howard Ashman died far too young, his impact on Broadway, movies, and the culture at large were incalculable. Told entirely through rare…
2008 · Film · ★ 7.4Visual AcousticsVisual Acoustics celebrates the life and career of Julius Shulman, the world's greatest architectural photographer, whose images brought modern architecture to the…
2019 · Film · ★ 6.8One Day at DisneyDiscover the inspiring personal stories of the people behind the enduring magic of Disney.
2013 · 17 episodes · ★ 7.8Big HistoryExplores many facets of epic moments in history from the past 13.7 billion years, from a Big History perspective.
2000 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.4The Greeks: Crucible of CivilizationIn the fourth and fifth centuries, B.C., the Greeks built an empire that stretched across the Mediterranean from Asia to Spain. They laid the foundation of modern…
2021 · Film · ★ 6.6Shark Beach with Chris HemsworthChris Hemsworth has a real passion for sharks. The Hollywood star talks to experts to find out more about the apex predators of the oceans.
2021 · 26 episodes · ★ 7.1The Toys That Built AmericaAgainst the backdrop of major events in American history like the Civil War and the Great Depression, "The Toys that Built America" tells a different story—one that…
2017 · Film · ★ 7.0Sky Ladder: The Art of Cai Guo-QiangKnown for his spectacular pyrotechnic displays, Chinese artist Cai Guo-Qiang creates his most ambitious project yet: Sky Ladder, a visionary, explosive event that he…
2023 · Film · ★ 7.7Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus"Ars longa, vita brevis" – art is long, life is short. This is one of Japanese music icon Ryuichi Sakamoto's favorite quotes, and the message that he leaves for viewers…
1999 · Film · ★ 7.8The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks StoryThere's not a person in the world who wouldn't recognize Mickey Mouse. But until now, not many knew the man who originally gave shape, movement and personality to the…
2020 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.6Meet the ChimpsThe series takes viewers into the secret life of one of the largest and most unique wildlife sanctuaries in the world – Chimp Haven—a 200-acre refuge tucked deep in the…
2002 · Film · ★ 7.1Mark TwainLargely considered to be the greatest American author, Mark Twain is celebrated in this exhaustive documentary by filmmaker Ken Burns.
2014 · 30 episodes · ★ 7.8Strip the CosmosReveals worlds never seen before; stunning CGI animation peels back the layers, revealing alien landscapes of fragile lava caves, roiling plasma seas, cosmic platinum…
2023 · Film · ★ 8.1Hot Potato: The Story of The WigglesHot Potato is a backstage pass to the global phenomenon, The Wiggles. The documentary chronicles the story of three preschool teachers, Anthony, Murray and Greg, and…
1998 · Film · ★ 6.9Glorious TechnicolorThe history of color photography in motion pictures, in particular the Technicolor company's work.
2019 · Film · ★ 6.9And We Go GreenProfessional drivers on the international Formula E circuit — like Formula One, but with eco-friendly electric cars — race for victory across 10 cities.
2019 · 7 episodes · ★ 7.1Superstructures: Engineering MarvelsAn exploration of engineering marvels. This brand new series reveals the extraordinary feats of engineering hidden inside the world's most spectacular man-made…
2023 · 5 episodes · ★ 8.2Evolution EarthTraveling to the far corners of the world, we discover the extraordinary ways animals are adapting to our rapidly changing planet. We witness nature’s remarkable…
2010 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.4Richard Hammond's Invisible WorldsUsing state-of-the-art technologies, Richard Hammond goes beyond the limits of the naked eye and explores the hidden secrets of the invisible world around us.
2020 · 62 episodes · ★ 7.6Secrets of the Zoo: Down UnderA behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour.
2018 · Film · ★ 6.8Mission to the SunA look at NASA's Parker Solar Probe, which launched its mission to explore the sun in August 2018.
2015 · Film · ★ 7.2Toy Story at 20: To Infinity and BeyondRetrospective looking at the revolutionary computer-animated feature film Toy Story.
2024 · Film · ★ 8.2Butterfly in the SkyTwo seconds into the bubbling synth sounds of its theme song will have a child of the 1980s or ‘90s exclaiming “Reading Rainbow!” Such is the beloved and ubiquitous…
2020 · Film · ★ 6.8Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the BandA confessional, cautionary, and occasionally humorous tale of Robbie Robertson's young life and the creation of one of the most enduring groups in the history of popular…
2019 · Film · ★ 7.7Hitsville: The Making of MotownThe remarkable story of the legendary Motown Records is told through exclusive interviews with the label’s visionary founder, Berry Gordy, and many of its superstar…
2020 · 37 episodes · ★ 9.5Secrets of the Zoo: TampaEmbrace the wild side of the Sunshine State with a stellar zoo team devoted to the exotic cast of animals.
1988 · Film · ★ 7.9Tex Avery: King of CartoonsA documentary about the life and career of legendary cartoon director Fred "Tex" Avery.
2015 · Film · ★ 7.7Landfill Harmonic"Landfill Harmonic" follows the Recycled Orchestra of Cateura, a Paraguayan musical group that plays instruments made entirely out of garbage. When their story goes…
2015 · Film · ★ 6.8Catching the SunAn unemployed American worker, a Tea Party activist, and a Chinese solar entrepreneur. But who wins and who loses the battle for power in the 21st century? Through…
2003 · 68 episodes · ★ 7.8Deep Sea DetectivesDeep Sea Detectives was a television show on The History Channel. The show began airing in 2003.
In a post dated September 1, 2006 on the Deep Sea Detectives' message…
2017 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.7Africa's Great CivilizationsHenry Louis Gates Jr. takes a look at the history of Africa, from the birth of humankind to the dawn of the 20th century. A breathtaking and personal journey through two…
2007 · Film · ★ 6.9Mummies: Secrets of the PharaohsThe grail is not the gold, nor the books of ancient wisdom, but the 3,000 year old DNA of the mummies, which may lead to a cure for malaria.
2021 · Film · ★ 7.5Lily Topples The WorldFollow 20-year-old Lily Hevesh — the world’s greatest domino toppler and the only woman in her field — in a coming-of-age story of artistry, passion, and unlikely…
2018 · Film · ★ 6.9The World Before Your FeetFor over 6 years, Matt Green, 37, has been walking every street in New York City – a total of more than 8000 miles. The World Before Your Feet tells the story of one…
2013 · Film · ★ 6.8Hidden UniverseAn extraordinary journey deep into space offering fresh insight into the origins and evolution of the universe.
2017 · 3 episodes · ★ 8.0Mexico: Earth's Festival of LifeThe diverse peoples, wildlife, landscape and culture of Mexico are explored by focusing on three distinct worlds, great mountain ranges, tropical forests and scorching…
2015 · 2 episodes · ★ 8.0Walt DisneyTwo-part documentary series about the life and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring archival footage only recently released from the Disney vaults, alongside scenes from…
2021 · Film · ★ 7.4King OttoIn the summer of 2004, audiences looked on in disbelief as the Greek National Football Team, a country that had never previously won a single match or even scored a goal…
1996 · Film · ★ 6.9The Magic of FlightTake a technological thrill ride The Magic of Flight takes you on a technological thrill ride faster, higher and wider than modern science or even your imagination!…
2014 · 27 episodes · ★ 8.7Every Frame a PaintingEvery Frame a Painting is dedicated to the analysis of film form.
2023 · 12 episodes · ★ 7.2Human FootprintDissects all the ways humans have transformed the planet. Earth has never experienced anything like us: a single species dominating and transforming the planet.…
1999 · Film · ★ 7.1Genghis BluesBlind blues musician Paul Pena is perhaps best known for his song "Jet Airliner". In 1993, Pena heard Tuvan throat singing over his shortwave radio and subsequently…
1973 · Film · ★ 7.1Visions of EightEight acclaimed filmmakers bring their unique and differing perspectives to the 1972 Summer Olympic Games held in Munich. The segments include Lelouch's take on Olympic…
2000 · 15 episodes · ★ 8.5The Jeff Corwin ExperienceThe Jeff Corwin Experience is an American television show about mostly tropical animals airing on the Animal Planet cable channel since 2001. It is hosted by actor and…
2020 · 3 episodes · ★ 7.6Africa's Hidden WondersFrom savage deserts and active volcanoes to immense lakes and rivers, Africa is a land of extremes. Across this awe-inspiring continent, nature's beasts battle for…
2021 · Film · ★ 8.1Life in a Day 2020On July 25th, 2020, Ridley Scott and Academy Award winner Kevin Macdonald invite you to be part of Life in a Day—a historic, global documentary capturing a single day on…
2013 · Film · ★ 7.2CavediggerRa Paulette digs cathedral-like, 'eighth wonder of the world' art caves into the sandstone cliffs of Northern New Mexico. Each creation takes years to complete, and each…
2015 · 6 episodes · ★ 8.0The Brain with David EaglemanNeuroscientist David Eagleman explores the interior of the brain to reveal why people feel and think the way they do. Episodes examine how personality, emotions and…
2013 · Film · ★ 7.2Desert RunnersAn aging Irish businessman, an aspiring Australian actress, a retired American baseball player and a widowed British bodyguard attempt to complete the four most…
2018 · Film · ★ 7.2Science FairFilmmakers follow nine high school students from around the globe as they compete at an international science fair. Facing off against 1,700 of the smartest teens from…
2023 · Film · ★ 8.4Pencils vs PixelsA documentary told from the voices of the "second golden age" of animation in the 1990s and 2000s about the rise, fall and rise again of hand-drawn animation. They were…
2006 · 46 episodes · ★ 7.6Build It BiggerArchitect Danny Forster takes you inside some of the most head-scratching builds in the world. Join Danny as he meets the men and women tackling the unique challenges of…
2020 · 7 episodes · ★ 8.6The Secret Lives Of Big CatsBig cat populations are shrinking fast, but now we have the means to view them in more detail than ever. This series looks at seven different members of the big cat…
2014 · 6 episodes · ★ 7.9How We Got to NowHow We Got To Now with Steven Johnson is a six part documentary series that reveals the story behind the remarkable ideas that made modern life possible; the unsung…