Much Ado About Shakespeare

MUCH ADO ABOUT SHAKESPEARE follows Steven Wadlow, a window cleaner who believes that a painted portrait that has been hanging above his family’s television set for over half a century may be worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Over eleven years, Steven embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about the portrait, visiting some of the world’s top art institutions. The history of the painting suggests it could be a missing portrait of William Shakespeare that had been painted during his lifetime. Facial comparison software shows a striking resemblance to The Bard, more so than any known image. Despite the art world’s skepticism, Steven’s breakthrough comes in Paris, where a renowned expert, who has examined masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, confirms his discovery. This captivating film uncovers the mystery behind a painting that could rewrite history and change Steven’s life forever.

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'

Haunted Gold Rush

HAUNTED GOLD RUSH is a 2-part documentary that journeys to the Gold Rush Trail to explore reports of high levels of paranormal activity. Some say it’s because of a dark history as a lawless land, where kidnappings, injustices, and murder were commonplace. Three paranormal experts feel a calling to embark on a journey through the Gold Rush Trail and explore its history, while investigating recent reports of paranormal activity. What really happened there? Some say there are unsolved crimes, mysterious disappearances and even hidden gold. Could this past be linked to recent reports of paranormal activity? Could someone be trying to communicate something...someone from the other side? Using local experts, eye witnesses, immersive history, voluminous research and their own cutting edge equipment, these three women will give audiences an in-depth look at the Gold Rush Trail and the strange happenings there.

Design By Decade

Design defines culture and culture defines design. Stereos, chairs, lamps and even garbage bins can help trace the trajectory of a nation’s cultural growth. From mid-century Modernism to the eclectic designs of present-day, discover Canada’s stellar contributions to the world of design. Starting with the period after the First World War, DESIGN BY A DECADE reveals the exceptional stories behind the objects of everyday life.

Witches of Salem

WITCHES OF SALEM is a docu-drama that unravels the hysteria that unfolded during the Salem witch trials, and led to the execution of 20 women in an affluent New England community. Stories of possession by the devil led to mass arrests, sensational trials and even public hangings in the town square. WITCHES OF SALEM is a real-life horror story - with young teenage girls tragically accused and convicted by the shadowy adults lurking in the background. The series draws on extensive historical documents and court records to bring this gripping drama to life. Sociologists, psychologists, and cultural historians also illustrate how communities are still susceptible to the same hysteria today. *Nominated, Best History Documentary Program or Series, Canadian Screen Awards

MathXplosion

Mathemagician Eric Leclerc shares secrets from the not-so-hidden world of math in this exciting and entertaining short series, proving math really is everywhere! Eric illuminates the big ideas in primary math from computation, to number sequences, to shapes and space, and measurement. Aiming to grow and foster a love of math in a fun and approachable way, MATHXPLOSION highlights how math is related and connected to things kids see, know, and wonder about in their daily lives.

City Guides

CITY GUIDES is a revealing series about the history of beautiful structures and their finer details, many of which are lost in the hustle and bustle of the cityscape. It is with this discerning eye for design that a city’s past, and its transformation over the years, is revealed. The first season spotlights Toronto, providing a new perspective on the stunning architecture that frames this beautiful city, while the second season episodes each focus on a different metropolis.

Engineering From Above

This visually stunning and fast-paced series takes viewers on an exploration of staggering engineering marvels from around the world. Using cutting-edge technology and dynamic graphics, each episode reveals these iconic sites from new perspectives, uncovering the secrets hidden within. Through a unique view from above, the series answers the how and why behind these awe-inspiring feats of human ingenuity. With each episode, ENGINEERING FROM ABOVE delivers thrilling revelations about the world’s most remarkable engineering achievements.

Strangest Things

STRANGEST THINGS takes viewers on a riveting journey to uncover the world’s most remarkable and mysterious objects, hidden away in museums, laboratories, and storage rooms across the globe. Using cutting-edge 3D graphics and the latest technology, the series delves deep into these artifacts, revealing their smallest details and secrets. From ancient relics to bizarre, lost items, STRANGEST THINGS brings forgotten histories back to life, even reconstructing damaged objects to unlock their hidden stories. This series is an extraordinary exploration of the unbelievable, the ancient, and the truly strange.

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.