World's Most Scenic River Journeys

There’s no better perspective than from a boat on a river, as it gently winds its way through stunning landscapes and outstanding natural beauty. Bill Nighy narrates this visually stunning six-part documentary series, telling the stories of six epic river journeys through the characters who live and work on them. Winding through rivers in the UK, Europe, Canada and the USA, each episode showcases beautiful and distinctive landscapes, from emerald green hills, ancient forests and biodiverse river deltas, to fairytale castles, chocolate box villages and iconic cities. We meet the rich diversity of people who live and work on the rivers, hitch rides on fishing boats and yachts, even canoes and replica Viking Ships, hopping on and off to explore the wealth of hidden stories along the riverbanks of the world’s most beautiful rivers. *Ratings: 1.2 million viewers each and the 4th highest rated show in the Friday night slot on Channel 5 in the UK *Brand new series World's Most Scenic River Journeys launched on Channel 5 on 2nd April 2021 in the Friday 8pm slot *Running for six episodes, the show averaged 1.2m/6.5% Individuals, growing 8% against the weekday slot average *The programme also performed well for key demographics, increasing 45% for ABC1s to a share of 8.0% and an even higher 51% for ABC1 Men to a share of 8.6% *Whilst on air, Channel 5 was the fourth most popular terrestrial for ABC1 Men, beating the likes of Joe Lycett and News on Channel 4 *Across its run, 6.7m came to the show at one point, with 38% watching two or more episodes

Ghost Lands

GHOST LANDS is a captivating, hour-long documentary exploring real Indigenous ghost stories passed down through generations. Led by an Indigenous cast and crew, these stories are told by those with a profound connection to the spirit world. Rooted in diverse Indigenous cultures, GHOST LANDS offers a unique and powerful perspective on the paranormal, inviting viewers into a world of spirits and legends, promising to both terrify and mesmerize audiences.

What's In A Name

A fun and exciting romp through history telling the stories of the names we know best—from perfume to hockey teams and cars to cocktails. What names have worked, why, and what impact have they had? Every episode sets out to help name something new like a newly invented electric car, a mouth-watering chocolate bar, or a baby about to be born! Branding experts and celebrities weigh in - actor George Wendt (Norm from Cheers) gives tips on branding beer, wrestling legends Bret Hart and Hulk Hogan weigh in on punchy monikers in the ring, and musician Randy Bachman gives a young band tips on finding a name that rocks.

Brojects

In BROJECTS, brothers Kevin and Andrew are masters of the coolest, most extreme renovations to their weekend getaway home.  Brotherly teasing and one-upmanship is par for the course as they turn their dock into a bowling alley, build a chair ski so that they can combine water sports with relaxing, or construct the ultimate resort-inspired swim up bar – all in an effort to create the ultimate summer weekend.

Pet Heroes

PET HEROES showcases extraordinary stories of animal heroism. In each episode of this documentary series, two incredible stories are told through interviews with pet owners and family members and dramatic re-enactments. Hear about Emma, the rescued dog who alerted her diabetic owner to her dangerously low blood sugar and saved her life; a chow-chow that got between a potentially lethal bear and a toddler; and a cat that furiously woke up the wife of a man who'd just had a heart-attack. These are the real-life stars of PET HEROES, a series about the love and loyalty of man’s best friend.

Mystery Cars

In the 1950s scientists harnessed nuclear energy, jet-propelled airplanes were breaking speed records and the race to space was on! But perhaps more than anything else, it was the concept car that melded imagination and consumerism, putting this era in perfect context. People flocked to auto shows like GM’s Motorama to see these cars in their titanium bodied glory. These concept cars were jaw dropping and unforgettable. MYSTERY CARS explores what happened to these legendary vehicles and the stories behind their concepts.

Buy Herself

Award-winning real estate expert and top-rated TV host Sandra Rinomato is back in BUY HERSELF, a new series that follows women preparing to take the plunge into home ownership. Whether it’s the single career woman looking to buy her first condo, a recently divorced mom of two looking for a fresh start, or a widowed retiree who needs to get away from a lifetime of memories, each week Rinomato lends her expertise to a woman undertaking one of the most challenging and important purchases of her life – BUY HERSELF.

Haunted Case Files

North America’s leading ghost hunters and mediums unseal their case files for the first time to reveal their most terrifying investigations. Each episode of HAUNTED CASE FILES features a story from three different paranormal investigation groups, retold through interviews, actual recordings of the evidence that was captured, and dramatic re-enactments of the events that unfolded.

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

Mission: Unexplained

With the recent declassification of military records, service women and men are coming forward for the first time to share eyewitness tales of unexplained events from the front lines - events for which no training could have prepared them. From mystifying lights to terrifying apparitions, to mechanical mysteries and more, this series launches viewers into the action in an immersive way. These are the people in uniform who come into close contact with the unexplained, and who now feel compelled to come forward. Scientific and military experts shed light on each story, exploring scientific explanations for what could have happened, in a quest for closure for these heroes.