Bangers And Cash

Set against the backdrop of a beautiful English village, BANGERS & CASH follows the Mathewson family as they discover and auction over 3,000 classic cars a year, as well as all kinds of rare commercial vehicles, vintage motorbikes and auto memorabilia. No vehicle is off limits and the auction sees every kind of motor coming under the hammer - as the term “classic car” is constantly revised.

Marilyn Monroe: Auction Of A Lifetime

In November 2016, a Los Angeles auction house hosted an auction like no other: 500 lots of the rarest, most valuable and most sought-after of Marilyn Monroe’s possessions. The auction attracted huge worldwide attention and broke records for a 20th century icon. With exclusive access to the auction, this film reveals the most dazzling and personal of the lots, including many of her personal letters, and the dresses she wore in her defining performances in Some Like It Hot and when singing "Happy Birthday Mr. President”. Through these items we tell the true story of her life, and reveal the real Marilyn as we have never seen her before.

Ultimate Tutankhamun

Nearly a century after Howard Carter’s momentous discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun, Egyptologist Dr Chris Naunton returns to Carter’s vast excavation files. Hidden amongst thousands of notes he has uncovered clues that point to a mysterious burning of the Boy King’s mummy. But this mystery of the burnt mummy also provides a fresh new clue to the greatest enigma of Ancient Egypt – what caused the young pharaoh’s death. Combined with new, historical evidence of Tutankhamun leading the charge in Egypt’s foreign wars what emerges is a new image of this young ruler – and a tragic death.

Open Doors

OPEN DOORS gives viewers unique access to the behind-the-scenes inner workings of two of the world’s most luxurious and storied hotels. From Toronto to Monaco, OPEN DOORS shares real stories; live the scandals, rub elbows with the royals, and watch the drama unfold.

The Lost Colony Of Roanoke: New Evidence

A definitive investigation into one of the biggest mysteries of all time - what happened to the English colonists of Roanoke Island who seemingly disappeared without a trace. This two part special follows the work of British archaeologists who try to weed through the conspiracy theories and speculation, and find the truth.

Escape From Iran: The Hollywood Option

Codename: The Hollywood Option was a secret mission to rescue US hostages held captive at the US embassy in Tehran in 1979. Considered by many as the most dangerous diplomatic operation in Canadian history, it inspired the Oscar® winning film Argo. Through direct testimony of those who found sanctuary at the Canadian embassy and the Canadians who risked their own safety to shelter their neighbours, Escape from Iran tells the story of this startling world affair.

USS Indianapolis: The Last Chapter

This scientific detective story details the discovery of the USS Indianapolis wreck site three and a half miles below the Philippine Sea. The ship’s sinking in the final days of Second World War was the largest loss of life in US Naval history, and the harrowing survival story of 316 sailors drifting in failing life preservers is legendary. The programme combines never-before-seen archival footage and CGI with the moving accounts of the few remaining survivors, testimony of historians and spectacular footage of the well-preserved wreck.

Queen’s Coronation In Colour

This film takes us behind the scenes of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, arguably the most elaborate ceremony of the 20th century, to celebrate not only the Royal Family and those who masterminded the Coronation but the people from all walks of life who contributed to making it a unique occasion. Presented by British actor Alexander Armstrong.

Mafia Killers With Colin McLaren

In this series, Mafia busting detective Colin McLaren takes a close look at six notorious American mobsters who played the deadly game and won...for a while. He traces their rise as they climb the treacherous ladder to wealth and power - and then reveals their dramatic downfall. He explores the characters, their motivations and weaknesses, to see what made them and the Mob tick. Mobsters profiled include John Gotti, Henry Hill and Sammy Gravano.

Shoot To Kill: Hunting The London Bombers

SHOOT TO KILL: HUNTING THE LONDON BOMBERS looks at the tragic events and aftermath of the 7/7 London bombings and the failed attacks two weeks later. After a police operation misidentified an innocent civilian as a would-be suicide bomber, he was tragically killed at close range by a police specialist firearms unit. This documentary features testimony from key figures including Tony Blair, the victim’s friends, senior police officers, and eyewitnesses. SHOOT TO KILL: HUNTING THE LONDON BOMBERS is a breathtaking investigation that examines how so much can go wrong, the pressures that all involved felt during this scary time, the moral and psychological impact of the incident, and the complexities of being part of one of the most controversial moments in British policing history.