History documentaries
Nuremburg: The Nazi Trials
After the atrocities of World War II, leading Nazis were tried at the Nuremberg WarCrimes Tribunal. This gripping documentary attempts to delve inside the minds and secret workings of Hitler’s Nazi leadership. Meticulously crafted using archive clips and courtroom footage, one of the most important trials in history, that brought Hitler’s willing collaborators to justice, is explored.
Egypt
Journey back in time to explore three of the most important discoveries from the world of ancient Egypt in this three-part documentary. This fascinating dramatized documentary series focuses on Howard Carter’s discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb, Belzoni’s finds from the reign of Ramesses II and Champollion’s deciphering of hieroglyphs.
These remarkable pioneers unlocked the secrets of one of history’s greatest civilizations.
Antiques Roadshow
BBC Select has a number of seasons of the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow to stream in the US and Canada.
Season 39 travels the length of Great Britain inspecting the treasures of the general public, attempting to unearth some gems while uncovering the occasional fake. This series was marked by a very special visit to Balmoral Castle paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II as she became Britain’s longest-serving monarch.
100 Years of BBC News
The BBC’s news operation is revered and respected across the world. Available globally, it’s considered a trusted and impartial source of information and has been there for all the big news stories.
As part of the BBC centenary celebrations, this fascinating documentary looks back at 100 years of BBC news. See how news gathering has changed across the decades and how the BBC has covered era-defining events.
The Normans
From the 10th to 13th centuries, land across Europe was available for those brave enough to fight for it. One single province of France produced the men who took the most: the Normans.
In this three-part historical documentary series, historian Robert Bartlett embarks on an ambitious journey, bursting with colorful characters and illuminating detail, deep into the hearts and minds of this incredible warrior dynasty that transformed Europe.