Warplane Workshop

WARPLANE WORKSHOP takes viewers on a thrilling journey through history, putting them in the cockpit of iconic aircraft that shaped the skies of war. From New Zealand to Normandy, the latest season explores rare planes and the passionate individuals dedicated to restoring them. The series features legendary aircraft, including two Spitfires and a World War I biplane, alongside daring reenactments of WWII operations with parachutists. With breathtaking air-to-air footage, WARPLANE WORKSHOP dives into the craftsmanship of skilled engineers who preserve techniques nearly lost in the age of modern aviation. Alongside the engineering feats, the series tells the human stories—test pilots confronting fears, restoration teams facing personal challenges, and veterans reliving the history they helped make. This is a captivating look at the artistry, passion, and dedication that keeps history flying.

World's Biggest Beasts

Before man ruled the world, Earth was a land of giants. Count down the biggest beasts of their kind to ever roam the planet in this eye-opening special, and uncover the secret lives of these supersized species. Birds with plane-length wingspans, dinosaurs rivalling a Boeing 737; this stunning CGI special goes in search of the truth behind these monsters, counting down the ten largest and most extraordinary finds.From handling the recently unearthed bones of a dinosaur far larger than previously known, to analysing the flight technique of a giant seven-metre bird – uncover the unique adaptations that allowed each animal to thrive.

Emperor: The Rise & Fall of a Dynasty

Delve in to the most tumultuous era in Roman history with the stories of the cuthroat and turbulent years of the first five Emperors and the powerful women behind them. EMPEROR: THE RISE & FALL OF A DYNASTY charts the chaos that followed the assassination of Julius Caesar and the rise of one of history’s most notorious and scandal-ridden dynasties. Told through the eyes of Livia, the matriarch of the Caesar clan, this series unveils the saga of five power-hungry rulers - Augustus, Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero - each embroiled in a brutal struggle for supremacy, driven by the hunt for power, sex and violence.

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.

Secret History of Knitting

Knot just for scarves, discover the world of knitting and its very many uses throughout history - including record and timekeeping, World War II spy coding, and even as a symbol of political revolution. Film archive, cut-out animation, line drawings, graphics, historical art and posters, and re-enactments bring a fresh approach to this fascinating documentary special.

National Parks Secrets and Legends

Mysterious things happen out in the wilderness, past the well-traveled campgrounds, hikes and scenery. SECRETS AND LEGENDS takes you into the unexplored areas of some of North America’s largest landmarks. Horrific catastrophes, occult murders and UFO phenomena are among the bone-chilling stories that make SECRETS AND LEGENDS one of the scariest shows on television.

Mao’s Cold War

Mao’s Cold War is a stunning and unique historical angle on China’s involvement in the Cold War, told through the declassified top-secret Chinese army film record of their campaigns. There are always two sides to every story, and the PLA archive combined with first person accounts and expert commentary paints a far more complex picture of the Cold War than has ever been told before.

Secrets of the Imperial War Museum

For the first time, the Imperial War Museum has allowed cameras behind the scenes at a critical moment in their history as they unveil ambitious new £30 million galleries. With exclusive access to over 33 million priceless historical treasures and a world class film archive of more than 23,000 hours of rare film footage, this series uncovers never-before-heard first-hand accounts, and reveals the pressure faced by a team of hundreds of IWM experts and volunteers as they work tirelessly to preserve the most important objects and stories from our past.

China's Lost Pyramids

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

Wild About New Zealand

Writer and adventurer Gus Roxburgh connects with the people whose passion is wilderness. This rich treasure trove of characters will be our viewfinder to New Zealand’s national parks.