Bettany Hughes' Lost Worlds: The Nabataeans

For decades, historian Bettany Hughes has been fascinated by the enigmatic kingdom of Nabataea. Petra, their iconic capital, was part of a vast empire that is only now revealing its secrets. Seemingly lost to history, it's time to tell their story and show they were as important as Ancient Greece, Rome, or Egypt. Bettany traces their incense trade routes from the Arabian Peninsula to the Mediterranean, accessing newly revealed research across Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Greece, Italy and Oman. From towering tombs to underwater temples, Bettany unveils the Nabataeans' spectacular story from the periphery of their world to its very centre.

Butt Seriously... The Bottom Line On Bums

BUTT SERIOUSLY is a playful science documentary that follows intrepid host Anthony Morgan as he explores the wild world of the anus. Yeah, we know. From a beetle that can use its rear end as a weapon to an invertebrate whose butt is located in its gills, from a Norwegian vessel studying marine invertebrate bums to our collective cultural obsession with the human tush, and from an exam room during a routine colonoscopy to a Japanese lab working at the cutting edge of medical research… BUTT SERIOUSLY is a cheeky global journey to get to the bottom of the bottom.

Secrets Of The Lost Cities

SECRETS OF THE LOST CITIES unearths the hidden mysteries behind the world’s most legendary ancient metropolises - how they rose, why they fell, and what they left behind. From Angkor’s sophisticated water systems to Pompeii’s vibrant life frozen in time, from Petra’s breathtaking stone architecture to Cusco’s strategic brilliance, each episode blends expert insight, cutting-edge archaeology, and stunning visual recreations to bring these lost worlds to life. Journey to ancient times and uncover the innovations, ambitions, and vulnerabilities that shaped history. Buried in the ruins are not just stories - but powerful lessons for our world today.

Bugs That Rule The World

BUGS THAT RULE THE WORLD is an exploration of the planet’s most populous – yet most underappreciated – creatures: insects. Through the eyes of dedicated scientists and enthusiasts, this series uncovers the extraordinary world of bugs, revealing their ingenious adaptations, strange behaviors, and why they truly “rule the world.” From essential pollinators like bees and butterflies to the unseen work of nature’s cleanup crews, insects are vital to life on Earth. Using macro cinematography, the series captures their vibrant colors, complex anatomy, and fascinating behaviors - from intricate mating dances to dramatic life cycles. With a growing global insect crisis, BUGS THAT RULE THE WORLD highlights the critical roles bugs play in our ecosystems and warns of the dire consequences of their decline. This captivating journey shows that while insects are all around us, we still have so much to learn about our tiny, powerful fellow Earthlings.

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.

Taking Venice

It’s 1964, the Cold War is raging, and the US sets its sights on a new front: the art world. At the prestigious Venice Biennale, a covert cultural campaign unfolds. A savvy Washington insider enlists a rising curator to organize America’s entry. Teaming up with a legendary dealer, they launch an audacious plan to make Robert Rauschenberg—an unorthodox artist using pop culture imagery and street junk—the grand prize winner. As the competition heats up, the team’s behind-the-scenes tactics echo a Hollywood thriller. When Rauschenberg wins, the art world erupts—and the artist is left questioning the political agenda behind his triumph.

Giant Pop-Up Constructions

GIANT POP-UP CONSTRUCTIONS - a fascination in itself. Without any warning they appear within weeks, sometimes even within hours. They are suddenly there. Only through accurate planning, perfect teamwork and 24-hour shifts is it possible to create such gigantic constructions. This series shows the most amazing record constructions of our time. Unbelievable buildings, which are unique in their kind. There is no escape from amazement and excitement in GIANT POP-UP CONSTRUCTIONS.

Shadow of Dumont

Since the loss of his mother, Trevor Cameron has never felt so detached from his Métis roots. As he examines his childhood hero, Gabriel Dumont, Trevor realizes that he knows very little about the buffalo hunter turned freedom fighter outside of the textbook history of the 1885 Métis uprising in Canada. Backed with decades of research and kin folklore, Trevor follows the nomadic path of his great-great-great-uncle across North America in his dusty 80s camper van to visit the things, places and times that defined Canada’s last rebel.

Hubble's Canvas

HUBBLE’S CANVAS reveals that we live in a universe where masterpieces abound and where a powerful telescope can reveal the incredible beauty in every faint, glowing patch scattered around the sky. From its lofty perch high above Earth’s atmosphere, the Hubble Space Telescope can see both nearby and distant objects with unwavering clarity. Its images not only transmit data, but also form a direct connection between the human spirit and the most powerful forces in nature. The remarkable story of one of mankind’s most stunning scientific achievements, HUBBLE’S CANVAS provides key insights and fills our eyes with images of breathtaking beauty that will change your view of the universe forever.

The Weather Files

Hurricanes. Sinkholes. Mysterious frozen jellyfish. Weather professionals open up their case files. What's the science behind their most terrifying and mysterious encounters with Mother Nature? From meteorologists and weather spotters to farmers, pilots and wilderness guides, each episode of THE WEATHER FILES pulls the viewer into the dramatic accounts of professionals who are constantly in the cross hairs of Mother Nature’s path. From land, to sea and the far North, these are the first-person adventures of those who deal with the unpredictability and danger of extreme and mysterious weather on a daily basis.