Global names documentaries
House of Maxwell
This gripping 3-part Robert and Ghislaine Maxwell documentary series explores the rise and fall of the Maxwell family and media empire. Watch in the US with BBC Select. Coming soon to Canada.
Episode one focuses on the life of the media mogul Robert Maxwell including his business empire, scandals and the mystery surrounding his death in 1991. Episode two centres on Robert Maxwell’s family after his death with his socialite daughter Ghislaine Maxwell facing the world’s media. Episode three focuses on Ghislaine Maxwell’s conviction for recruiting and grooming underage girls for her billionaire partner Jeffrey Epstein.
Featuring archive footage and accounts of business partners and friends as well as the events of the Ghislaine Maxwell trial, House of Maxwell on BBC Select tells the story of one family and years of scandal.
Meet the Trumps: From Immigrant to President
He was the most powerful man in the world. How did he get to be 45th president of America?
This revealing documentary goes back to Donald Trump’s roots to reveal his family story – from his penniless German grandfather who arrived in the 1880s and ran bars and brothels in the Gold Rush, to his Scottish mother who traveled to New York and worked as a maid before marrying Donald’s tycoon father.
The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty
This acclaimed BBC Rupert Murdoch documentary tells the story of his influence around the world, his media empire and the dramatic power battle within his own family.
The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty explores Rupert Murdoch’s power and influence over the past 30 years. From his influence on politics and elections to his own succession plans. A story of family, money and power.
Celebrated and hated in equal measure, Rupert Murdoch has arguably influenced society hugely in the last few decades. His media empire has helped influenced selecting British Prime Ministers and American Presidents as well as the outcome of the Brexit vote. He’s also faced political scandals and high-profile legal enquiries which impacted his legacy and his businesses. Learn more about the Murdoch family, the Murdoch media empire and their story over the past 30 years in The Rise of the Murdoch Dynasty on BBC Select.
The Secrets of Branding
Why are some brands instantly recognizable and seared onto the minds of the public while others completely fail?
Talking to innovators, experts and business leaders, this revealing series rips off the label from these global names and tries to discover what makes them so ubiquitous.
What secrets and strategies do companies employ to ensure their product is at the top of the heap?
This show is not currently available on BBC Select but browse through the previous titles for more Global names documentaries available to stream on BBC Select.
Secrets of the Superbrands
Hoover, Coke, Levi’s. Some products are so ubiquitous that their name is shorthand for the item they represent.
In this eye-opening documentary series, Alex Riley is on a quest to find out why some brands rise to the top and stay there while others simply fade away.
What are the tactics, secrets and marketing tricks these brand powerhouses employ to remain relevant and stay on everyone’s shopping lists?
This show is not currently available on BBC Select but browse through the previous titles for more Global names documentaries available to stream on BBC Select.