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Classicist Dr Michael Scott journeys to Athens to explore how drama first began. He discovers that from the very start it was about more than just entertainment - it was a reaction to real events, it was a driving force in history and it was deeply connected to Athenian democracy. In fact, the story of theatre is the story of Athens.

Across 6 one-hour episodes portraying football and footballers in a positive light, we go behind the scenes and discover the passion that drives 24 of the world's most talented football players when they're off the field of play. Providing an in-depth look at international football ahead of the 2018 World Cup tournament.

Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy is a trilogy of programmes celebrating British TV comedy throughout the years, focusing on the iconic shows that have shone a light on Britain's rich mix of multiculturalism. Unearthing gems from the past, Sir Lenny Henry paints a funny yet thought-provoking picture of British comedy history - from Rising Damp through to the likes of Desmond's, Goodness Gracious Me, and Chewing Gum. Lenny will tackle the classic and the controversial while he meets the stars and celebrity fans of these iconic comedies.

Archaeologist Ben Robinson explores the story of the village from Norman times to the present day. With ancient churches, castles, market places and cottages, the English village is a magnet for tourists. This cosy, picture postcard image is a snapshot of England which is recognised across the globe. But the story of the village from ancient times to the present day is not one of sleepy rural idylls. It is a story of purpose, persistence and power. ‘Pubs, Ponds and Power – The Story of the Village’ looks at how some of England’s greatest villages have evolved over time.

Couples with a dream of leaving the rat-race compete to run their very own farm in Suffolk.

Andrew Graham-Dixon tells the story of how three British artists responded to the cataclysm of World War One.

Series that captures the work of police, probation, prison, prosecution and parole all coping with difficult cases - managing risk to the public and themselves, with limited resources.

I'm Spazticus is a British hidden camera prank show by Channel 4, produced by Jamie O'Leary. From the Channel 4 website, I'm Spazticus is where "A cast of disabled talent prank members of the public in a cheeky and irreverent way".

A social experiment in which Dr Chris van Tulleken takes over part of a GP surgery and stops patients' prescription pills.

This six-part-series follows one of the oldest and most recognisable regiment of the British Army, The Household Cavalry, in a year of dramatic change. From riding horses at the Royal Wedding, to riding armoured fighting vehicles across the Middle East, cameras were allowed inside to see what life is really like for the soldiers, from the newest recruits to the most decorated officers.

This series is a fascinating introduction to simple, delicious, healthy Korean food, quick and easy to cook. Executive chef and food writer Judy Joo travels back to South Korea and sets off on an incredible culinary journey to visit some of the amazing people and places inspiring her Korean cooking and shares with us her passion for authentic traditional and modern Korean dishes. Back in her kitchen, she shares with us her super-simple recipes, inspiring everyone to try out Korean flavors and ingredients for family and friends.

It has uncovered some of the most shocking, scary and heart-warming footage recorded from around the globe.

A rare mass grave is discovered in Luxor making archaeologists wonder what happened when it was made. The grave contains the bones of nearly 60 people. A team of experts embark on an exciting quest in search for answers. They head down to Egypt and travel back to ancient times looking for clues that could reveal the story behind this mysterious grave.

For over a century, locomotives played a vital role in wartime. We explore some of the trains and railways, from the American Civil War through World War II, that turned the tides of battles and changed history. Rarely seen archival footage and accounts from vets who were there highlight these thrilling stories of engineering genius and extraordinary bravery.

In this documentary series, Ifor ap Glyn travels across Britain, exploring some if its most holy and sacred sites.

Watch my first trip to India in this travel documentary, as I spent 6 weeks backpacking around the country. I spent 3 weeks backpacking through the cities of the north and then another 3 weeks in the beaches and backwaters of the south.

Perfection is a BBC television series that was first shown on BBC Two from 17 January 2011 to 10 February 2012, and then shown on BBC One since 2 January 2013.

Unsolved: The Man With No Alibi. In the early hours of 12 July 2002 Jong Ok Shin, a 26 year old Korean student, was brutally stabbed to death, as she walked home, after a night out in Bournemouth. Omar Benguit, a heroin addict, was convicted of the murder and sentenced to life in prison. Journalist Bronagh Munro investigates.

This TV series is going to reveal untold and unseen trauma victims of any accident that have ended up in operating room. From the scene of accidents to recovery.

On the night of 5th June, 1944, a C-47 paratrooper aircraft, nicknamed "That’s All, Brother" took off from England, heading in the early hours of June 6th, to drop Allied fighting men into Normandy. A chance discovery in 2015 led a scramble to save the aircraft, after standing for decades forgotten in a scrapyard. This UK premiere traces the story of an American icon, it’s reconstruction and hazardous Transatlantic mission to honour America’s fallen in Europe.

Guy Martin - Last Flight of the...Vulcan Bomber: Guy Martin and a team of engineers prepare the last airworthy Vulcan bomber for its farewell tour in a programme that also tells the definitive story of this iconic plane.

Series which follows some of Britain's oldest drivers as they take tests organised by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) to ensure their safety on the road.

Follows Sir Christopher Meyer as he explores the power dynamics within some of the world’s most influential cities. Each episode focuses on a different metropolis—Mumbai, Moscow, New York, Rome, Los Angeles, and London—where Meyer interacts with notable figures from various industries, including politics, entertainment, and finance. He uncovers the unique networks that shape each city’s influence globally, such as Mumbai’s diamond trade, Moscow’s political landscape, and Hollywood’s dual glamour and darker side.

The Billion Dollar Chicken Shop (also known as Inside KFC) is a 2015 British English three-part documentary television miniseries that premiered on BBC One. The series goes behind the scenes of the fast food restaurant chain KFC.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is on a mission to find out why we waste so much.

Get Your Act Together with Harvey Goldsmith is a Channel 4 television programme in which promoter Harvey Goldsmith is given six months to help revive the fortunes of six entertainment businesses or performers. The acts and businesses he deals with are Irish singer and actress Samantha Mumba, husband and wife opera business Opera Anywhere, heavy metal band Saxon, radio station Big L 1395, Deighton Working Men's Club and Paulo's, Britain's oldest circus. He dealt with all simultaneously over a six-month period, but they are each given a separate show in the series. Much of the show revolves around the battle between Goldsmith and the people who he is trying to help. The acts are often reluctant to take on board his advice, or even to change at all. Goldsmith is often frustrated at the slow pace at which those he is advising are progressing.

Last year, the UK's armed police officers out more than 16,000 operations in England and Wales, dealing with marauding fugitives, organised criminals, tense hostage situations and the ever-increasing threat of terrorism. This programme follows operations carried out by armed response teams, combining real footage from the missions with news coverage of the aftermath, and testimony from the officers themselves

History's Greatest Hoaxes looks at some of the most spectacular hoaxes that show that you can fool some of the people some of the time, but not all of the people all of the time. It looks at remarkable hoaxes including the Hitler Diaries, the Piltdown Man, the War of the World broadcast, Papillon, the Loch Ness Monster, and the Alien Autopsy film.

Storyville Global is an international documentary strand that comprises contemporary and challenging documentaries from different filmmakers gathered from across the globe.

Following some of the communities taking part in one of the UK's largest annual competitions - the Royal Horticultural Society's Britain in Bloom contest.

Actors Nigel Havers and Sally Lindsay visit some of the UK's poshest hotels, experiencing some of the glitz and glamour on offer to wealthy guests, gaining an insight into the lives of the staff and having a go at their duties.

Presented by Dr Clare Jackson of Cambridge University, this new three-part series argues that the Stuarts, more than any other, were Britain's defining royal family.

Since their win last year, cheeky double-act Chris & Wes have been touring the country. We follow the lads as they embark on a host of brand new adventures.

Documentary remembering those Scots who were involved in the Troubles.

Sex toy retailer Lovehoney is the latest retailer to take centre-stage in a TV series, with a fly-on-the-wall documentary named Frisky Business

In a brand new series, Mister Maker will be packing up his Marvellous Maker Case to embark on a global journey of arty adventures in Mister Maker Around The World. Travelling to all four corners of the globe from Sydney to Hong Kong, Cape Town to Rio and right across the UK, Mister Maker will visit children to learn about art in their countries and to make new projects with them, inspired by their local cultures.

This riveting documentary goes behind the scenes at iconic London hotel, The Savoy, as it undergoes a 100 million pound makeover. With unprecedented access, the two episodes chart the hotel's extensive renovations between 2007 and 2010 - with footage detailing the landmark's rich history.

Guy Martin visits the Baltics to learn the truth about his Latvian grandfather. He uncovers a story involving prisoner of war camps, daring escapes and the constant threat of death and deportation.

Rob Bell looks at the history of two famous vessels with links to the British Royal Family, revealing some little known facts about each of them.

This documentary follows the second-year students of Set 36 at Norland College, a quintessentially British 120-year-old childcare training college in Bath which turns its students into elite 21st century Mary Poppins-style nannies. The programme gives an insight into how contemporary Norland students follow the college's traditions, though the students are also taught more modern disciplines, such as advanced driving skills, how to escape the paparazzi, taking corners at speed in the rain, lifesaving and self-defence. If they successfully finish the 14,000 pounds per year course, a lifetime of employment and travel prospects could be theirs for the taking. Norland Nannies have been sought after by the rich and famous for over a century. Most recently the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hired a Norlander as nanny to Prince George. Founded in 1892 by Emily Ward, the college is renowned for its rigorous rules, traditional uniform, perfect hair and clean white gloves.

Told straight into camera by real people, these brave and resonant stories help us explore the reality of our topics: what drives someone to starve themselves to the point of hospitalisation? How does it feel to live life at the mercy of voices in your head? Why are people unfaithful? How does it feel to have a “different” body or face, in a society increasingly obsessed with looks? Free from voiceover, these heart-breaking and humorous films encourage the audience to reserve judgment and listen to our interviewees as they share the reality of battling their own demons and others' prejudices.

Channel 4 documentary about the restoration of Big Ben.

Ever wondered what would happen if you tried to walk in a completely straight line across an entire country? No? Well i did. I thought about it a lot in fact, and in the winter of 2018/19 I decided i'd give it a go.

With a sprinkling of light-hearted competition, the series will see five new couples head out to a different European campsite each week, with the aim of winning a £1000 prize. Each afternoon sees each camp couple able to win points during allocated activities, with the losing couple having to clean camp that night. There will be nominated cooks and another couple will be in charge of organising the camp entertainment, which will be judged and scored by their fellow campers. The remaining couples will take part in traditional, cultural activities, which will be judged by local experts. At the end of the week, the couple with the most points wins the cash prize.

Follows coroner Alison Thompson, pathologists and other staff who in West London deal with over 4,000 cases per year. The team work in co-operation with her to determine the cause of initially unexplained deaths which occur in her jurisdiction.

Three antique dealers are given the keys to a house where they can place secret bids on anything they desire. The homeowners can then decide whether to take the highest bid or turn it down.

Reformed thief Richard Taylor and Crime Prevention Officer Will Davies team up to help small businesses prevent crime in their shops. Ex-thief Richard highlights the error of their ways by stealing from them and exposing the weak spots in their security.

Reality TV Documentary

Fugitives is a BBC series that follows the work of the Metropolitan Police's Extradition Unit, who have national responsibility for locating and arresting fugitives wanted worldwide, and gains exclusive access to the work of the International Crime Bureau at the National Crime Agency, who co-ordinate the search for British men and women on the run abroad and European offenders hiding out in the UK. The series also follows officers in West Yorkshire and central England, who track and arrest wanted foreign nationals from day to day. Filming with officers from the Spanish National Police's Fugitives Unit and Amsterdam's Serious and Organised Crime teams, the programme also tells the stories of how notorious British criminals were arrested abroad. Criminals like drug trafficker Mark Lilley, who was arrested in a safe room in a Spanish villa; armed robber Andrew Moran, who was caught as he relaxed by a pool in his luxury villa, and Sean Devalda who tried to hijack a cash delivery van. He was tracked down to a remote hideout by a Dutch SWAT team.

After 40 years, Sir Terry Wogan returns to Ireland, stepping back into his past to explore how the country helped shape him, and looking at what it means to be Irish in the 21st century.

Skint is a documentary series which follows the lives of a group of unemployed people living in Scunthorpe, north Lincolnshire highlighting social issues such as crime, welfare dependency, truancy and addiction.

Chronicling diverse stories and backgrounds of young pregnant teen women and the challenges they face in their first years of being mothers.

Series exploring the history of some well-known places.

The average British family spends £5,000 a year on holidays so could you buy a dream holiday home in your favourite foreign destination for just double that cost? That is the challenge that Julia Bradbury is taking on in £10k Holiday Home. Julia's inspiration comes from the ingenious owners who have bought properties overseas and in the UK for under £10k and renovated them with stunning results from exquisite stone cottages to a cave which was purchased for one Euro, to Italian mountain retreats.