Documentary TV Shows
Take a quick look at our list of the top-rated Documentary TV Shows and find out exactly where you can watch them online tonight.
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Planet Earth
2006TV ShowEmmy Award-winning, 11 episodes, five years in the making, the most expensive nature documentary series ever commissioned by the BBC, and the first to be filmed in high definition.
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Cosmos: Possible Worlds
2014TV ShowAn exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.
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Making a Murderer
2015TV ShowFilmed over a 10-year period, Steven Avery, a DNA exoneree who, while in the midst of exposing corruption in local law enforcement, finds himself the prime suspect in a grisly new crime.
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MythBusters
2003TV ShowA weekly documentary in which two Hollywood special effects experts attempt to debunk urban legends by directly testing them.
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An Idiot Abroad
2010TV ShowBrit Karl Pilkington has led a sheltered life. Not having done any traveling, he enjoys living within the comforts of what he knows, basically that being what is purely British. As such, ... See full summary »
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The World at War
1973TV ShowA groundbreaking 26-part documentary series narrated by the actor Laurence Olivier about the deadliest conflict in history, World War II.
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Through the Wormhole
2010TV ShowHosted by Morgan Freeman, Through the Wormhole will explore the deepest mysteries of existence - the questions that have puzzled mankind for eternity. What are we made of? What was there ... See full summary »
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Nathan for You
2013TV ShowNathan Fielder uses his business degree and life experiences to help real small businesses turn a profit. But because of his unorthodox approach, Nathan's genuine efforts to do good often draw real people into an experience far beyond what they signed up for.
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Penn & Teller: Bullshit!
2003TV ShowThe comedy illusionist duo explore various topics and debunk what they consider misconceptions about them.
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The Staircase
2004TV ShowThe high-profile murder trial of American novelist Michael Peterson following the death of his wife in 2001.
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Content Cop
2015TV ShowIn an effort to bring justice to the YouTube community, former police officer Ian Carter takes on the title of "Content Cop". Using his old police uniform and raw wit, Ian sets out to stop the creators that bring nothing but discord to his online city.
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Chef's Table
2015TV ShowChef's Table goes inside the lives and kitchens of six of the world's most renowned international chefs. Each episode focuses on a single chef and their unique look at their lives, talents and passion from their piece of culinary heaven.
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Deadliest Catch
2005TV ShowA documentary series chronicling the real-life high-sea adventures of the Alaskan crab fishermen. This is the most deadliest profession in the world.
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The Untold History of the United States
2012TV ShowOliver Stone's re-examination of under-reported events in American history.
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Ghost Hunters
2004TV ShowThis one-hour weekly docu-soap from the creator/executive producer of "American Chopper" follows a group of real-life paranormal researchers as they investigate haunted houses throughout ... See full summary »
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American Pickers
2010TV ShowMike and Frank are pickers that travel the country and literally would go anywhere just for the prospects of finding antique gold. With the assistance of Danielle they often find themselves in a comedic pickle.
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Bill Nye, the Science Guy
1993TV ShowScientist/comedian Bill Nye explores various aspects of science for young viewers.
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Survivorman
2004TV ShowNo food, no shelter, no fresh water - one man alone in the wild for seven days with only his wits and stamina to sustain him.
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How It's Made
2001TV ShowTelevision series that documents how various everyday products are made.
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Top Gear USA
2008TV ShowThe hosts Adam Ferrara, Rutledge Wood and Tanner Foust talk about what ever you need to know about cars and in every episode they go through a list of challenges to know who chose the best ... See full summary »
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Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
2005TV ShowAnthony Bourdain, chef, writer, traveler, visits places all around the world sampling various foods.
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Satyamev Jayate
2012TV ShowAamir Khan hosts and produces this documentary/talk-show that explores the social issues effecting modern India.
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