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A Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

A new BBC Select Original Documentary exploring the ten days leading to the abdication of Edward VIII to marry American divorcee Wallis Simpson. The events would change the royals, the press and British history forever.

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Learn MoreThe Virgin Queen: Elizabeth I

The Virgin Queen: Elizabeth I

Elizabeth ruled a divided nation but became one of the most powerful leaders in history.

Learn MoreProsecuting Hip Hop: Drill On Trial

Prosecuting Hip Hop: Drill On Trial

Should the violent, anti-social lyrics of Drill music ever be used to prosecute artists?

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Louis Theroux Interviews…Stormzy

Rapper Stormzy grants a rare, revealing interview to Louis Theroux.

Learn MoreA Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

A Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

The biggest scandal and constitutional crisis ever to engulf the British Royal Family.

Learn MoreA Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

A Very Royal Crisis: Countdown to Abdication

The biggest scandal and constitutional crisis ever to engulf the British Royal Family.

Learn MoreThe Secret World Of Sandwiches

The Secret World Of Sandwiches

Get a slice of the action as we delve into the British fascination with sandwiches.

Learn MoreQueens that changed the world

Queens That Changed The World

A look at six powerful women who ruled their people and changed the course of history.

Learn MoreScandalous: Phone Hacking On Trial

Scandalous: Phone Hacking On Trial

Exploring allegations of unlawful information gathering at some of Britain’s biggest newspapers

Learn MoreThe secret life of burgers

The Secret World Of Burgers

What goes into the perfect burger and how have they changed over the years?

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Take Me To Titanic

A journey to visit the world’s most famous shipwreck

Learn MoreWatch North Korea: Voices from the Secret State on BBC Select

North Korea: Voices from the Secret State

The real lives of people trapped in the world’s most secretive state

Learn MoreStream The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty on BBC Select

The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty

A story of succession. Rupert Murdoch and the sibling rivalry to inherit his empire.

    Documentaries to Stream

    World War II, Royalty, Travel and more. Subscribe to BBC Select to watch BBC shows in the US and to stream compelling documentaries from award-winning filmmakers. What to watch on BBC Select

    Learn MoreNelson Britain's Great Naval Hero

    Nelson: Britain’s Great Naval Hero

    The scandals, secrets, and strategies of one of Britain’s greatest naval heroes: Nelson.

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    Who Sank The Titanic?

    Who was responsible for the decisions and actions that led to the sinking of the Titanic?

    Learn MoreBettany Hughes: From Paris to Rome

    Bettany Hughes’ Grand Tour: From Paris to Rome

    Bettany Hughes explores the culinary and cultural highlights of Paris, Rome and beyond.

    Learn MoreThe Secret World Of Ice Cream

    The Secret World Of Ice Cream

    The ‘cold’ war fought by various global brands to dominate the UK ice cream scene.

    Learn MoreJohn Bishop's Australia

    John Bishop’s Australia

    Comedian John Bishop embarks on an Australian adventure, cycling from Sydney to Cairns.

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    The First Inventors: Investigating Ancient Australia

    A fascinating insight into the technological innovations of First Nation inventors.

    Learn MoreWithout Limits

    Without Limits: Australia

    British and Australian veterans embark on a dramatic journey across Western Australia.

    Learn MoreScandalous: Phone Hacking On Trial

    Scandalous: Phone Hacking On Trial

    Exploring allegations of unlawful information gathering at some of Britain’s biggest newspapers

    Learn MoreThe Real Lawrence of Arabia

    The Real Lawrence of Arabia

    Who was the man behind Lawrence of Arabia and why does he inspire such devotion today?