History documentaries
The Inca: Masters of the Clouds
Archaeologist Dr. Jago Cooper explores the origins, history, achievements and nature of ancient South America’s Inca Empire. Traveling from the highlands of Ecuador to the peaks of the Andes, he reveals how their mighty civilization was established, how they mastered their landscape to produce food for millions, and how a brutal civil war and pandemics led to their ultimate destruction.
Secrets of the Lost Liners
From art deco icons to symbols of fascist dictatorships, working ships to luxury floating palaces, these extravagant vessels were some of the most amazing and notorious ocean liners ever made. But one by one, they would all be lost in tragic and sometimes mysterious circumstances. Featuring exclusive footage, this compelling maritime history documentary series reveals their stories.
Horrible Histories with Stephen Fry
It’s history, but not as you know it! British comedian and national treasure Stephen Fry presents the best sketches from hit children’s show Horrible Histories, created by the team that brought you Ghosts. As well as unexpected and hilarious deep dives into history’s most notable figures, including Shakespeare, Joan of Arc and Caesar, Stephen provides his own fascinating knowledge nuggets.
Decades That Defined Us
Once the devastation of two world wars was over, the decades that followed were a period of growth, innovation and turbulence. This social history documentary paints a picture of life during the defining decades of the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Using news clips and home movie footage from the time, as well as interviews with world leaders and the general public, see the story of these significant eras.
Royal Wives at War
A family torn apart, a country thrown into crisis and the world plunged into war. 80 years after the abdication crisis of Edward and Mrs. Simpson, this drama-documentary tells the story of a family affair that changed the course of world events. Using the original words of the two women at the center of the battle, the future Queen Mother and divorcee Wallis Simpson, the full scandal is revealed.