Off Limits

Welcome to the world of OFF LIMITS, a six-part high definition series that takes viewers onto the path least taken. Here, adventurous men and women push past the shadows of their own doubt into the outer edge of human experience. Each one-hour program explores a different exciting location or lifestyle and reveals the individuals who dare to tread not only where most people couldn’t go, but also where they shouldn’t go.

Risk Takers

From policing in the murder capital of the US, to searching for bodies in an inferno, these RISK TAKERS earn their paycheques in ways most of us couldn’t - or wouldn’t - dare to attempt. Get to know some of the bravest and most adventurous people and professions in this action packed series.

Unsinkable: Japan's Lost Battleship (Musashi)

How did this unsinkable giant go down so fast? Was it overwhelming American air power? Or a fatal design flaw? Musashi was literally the King Kong of the sea— the largest and most heavily armed battleship of its time. Built in total secret Musashi was finally unleashed in the world’s largest sea battle, which began on October 24, 1944 in the Philippines. Japan’s navy gambled on winning a decisive victory to turn the tide of World War II. Instead Musashi, the pride of the Japanese fleet, ended up at the bottom of the ocean. How did this unsinkable giant go down so fast? Was it overwhelming American air power? Or a fatal design flaw? 70 years later American deep sea explorers and Japanese military experts are determined to solve this 70-year old mystery. But first they must find the missing Musashi.

WW2 Treasure Hunters

Britain's foremost amateur WW2 detectorist and a war history buff team up to bring forgotten stories of WW2 back to life by unearthing relics from former military activity sites once in danger of being lost forever. The duo has made it their mission to unearth these artifacts, preserve their history, and bring these forgotten stories back to life. Using state-of-the-art geotechnology, archival documents, and period-accurate maps, the team races against time to find the burial location and perform extensive digs to excavate the artifacts before they are destroyed by urban progress or corroded by the very soil they are encased in. S1: 8 x 60' S2: 7 x 60'

Diana Interview: Revenge Of A Princess

Twenty-five years ago, a stunned world watched as Diana, Princess of Wales poured her heart out on national television. She revealed a royal marriage in crisis, infidelities on both sides and a degree of personal misery that had made her seriously ill. It was watershed television, affecting public perceptions of the monarchy and prompting a constitutional crisis. But what had led to this remarkable moment? In this two-part series we hear from those who witnessed the marriage descend into tragedy and, through previously unseen documents and footage, as well as eyewitness testimony from inside the interview room, discover how and why this extraordinary interview came about.

Cured

As the global LGBTQ community continues battling for civil rights and faces ongoing stigma, discrimination, and violence, the documentary CURED provides invaluable context for what is arguably the most significant turning point in Gay Liberation history. Until 1973, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) classified homosexuality as a mental illness. CURED sheds light on the little-known story of the LGBTQ activists who challenged the APA to remove homosexuality from its manual of mental illnesses — and won. The documentary combines eyewitness testimony with never-before-seen archival footage to depict this epic battle. CURED illuminates the strategy and tactics that led to this pivotal yet largely overlooked moment in the struggle for LGBTQ equality. Indeed, following the Stonewall uprising of 1969, the campaign that culminated in the APA’s 1973 decision marks the first major step on the path to first-class citizenship for LGBTQ Americans — and a giant step forward for LGBTQ people worldwide, reframing not only how this community was seen but also how it sees itself.

Beyond The Edge

Best friends, sky diver Jokke Sommer and big wave surfer Niccolo Porcella are on a mission to push the boundaries of their human capabilities to become elite athletes in both of their sports in this awe-inspiring travel adventure series. With some of the world’s most progressive athletes along for the ride, they travel to breathtaking locations in Hawaii, California, Brazil, Switzerland, Italy, Tahiti, Sweden, and Norway, experiencing the vibrant landscapes and cultures that are unique to each location, as they explore the limits of their physical and mental capacity. From riding the stunning big waves of Maui, to flying over the epic fjords of Norway, viewers will witness heart-stopping feats of athleticism, experience the sights, sounds, and colours of the planet's most beautiful destinations, and be moved by the spirit of those pursuing the ultimate adventure. As they journey across the world, making lifelong friendships, and creating unforgettable memories, Jokke and Niccolo discover that sometimes dreams are more about the road it takes to get there and who you become on the journey.

Masa Off Grid

Urbanite Masa Takei was fascinated with the idea of a simpler, self-sufficient lifestyle. He wondered if he “had what it takes” to build a shelter and to hunt for his food, with no running water, no electricity or other comforts of home. Setting out for a year to live and learn off grid in a remote, northern area, Masa takes viewers along for the entire experience.

Canada 1812: Forged In Fire

It may be the most misunderstood war in history. When Americans and Canadians needle each other over a few beers, both sides say the other started it; Canadians say the Americans were trying to take over Canada, Americans say they were trying to fight British oppression. Both sides claim victory. But one thing is certain: no event did more to affect the course of two nations – the fledging United States of America, and the soon-to-be-established Canada – than the War of 1812. Through six central characters, this series explores the events that unfolded in the different arenas and social spheres to shape the true north strong and free.

China's Lost Pyramids

Discover the ancient secrets behind the world’s most enduring – and infamous – structures, legends, and icons.