Caribbean Vice

CARIBBEAN VICE is an action-packed series that takes viewers behind the scenes with law enforcement agencies battling smuggling in the tropical waters from South America to Florida. Set against a stunning backdrop, the series follows the courageous men and women who risk it all to protect us from illegal drug and weapons trafficking. Through high-stakes operations, dramatic chases, and tense confrontations, CARIBBEAN VICE delivers a gripping look at the relentless fight to keep the Caribbean safe.

Unsinkable: Japan's Lost Battleship (Musashi)

How did this unsinkable giant go down so fast? Was it overwhelming American air power? Or a fatal design flaw? Musashi was literally the King Kong of the sea— the largest and most heavily armed battleship of its time. Built in total secret Musashi was finally unleashed in the world’s largest sea battle, which began on October 24, 1944 in the Philippines. Japan’s navy gambled on winning a decisive victory to turn the tide of World War II. Instead Musashi, the pride of the Japanese fleet, ended up at the bottom of the ocean. How did this unsinkable giant go down so fast? Was it overwhelming American air power? Or a fatal design flaw? 70 years later American deep sea explorers and Japanese military experts are determined to solve this 70-year old mystery. But first they must find the missing Musashi.

Aussie Snake Wranglers: Deadly Pursuit

AUSSIE SNAKE WRANGLERS: DEADLY PURSUIT follows a team of elite snake handlers as they go head-to-head with some of the deadliest snakes on the planet. It’s breeding season on the Sunshine Coast in Australia, and snakes are on the move. In each episode, the team answer multiple distress calls from everyday people whose homes have been invaded by these fearsome reptiles. Snakes move quickly and can disappear in the blink of an eye, leaving families distraught. This fearless crew won’t stop their pursuit until the snake is safely caught and relocated, even if that means putting their own lives on the line.

Paramedics: Emergency Response

PARAMEDICS: EMERGENCY RESPONSE follows frontline paramedic teams from Medavie Health Services West as they respond to urgent 911 calls where time and judgement are critical. Each episode captures the realities of working in fast-moving, unpredictable situations, from critical medical emergencies to complex scenes in the field. Alongside the calls themselves, the series explores the physical and emotional demands of the job, revealing how these professionals navigate the challenging nature of their work and how it takes a toll on their health.

The Colosseum with Dan Snow

THE COLOSSEUM is a captivating two-part special that delves into the history of one of the world's most iconic landmarks. Built nearly 2,000 years ago, the Colosseum continues to capture our imagination. Historian Dan Snow uncovers the real story behind this ancient wonder, exploring its groundbreaking design and the methods used to construct it. He also reveals the fascinating tale of the emperor who commissioned its creation and the workers who built it. Finally, the special unearths the truth behind the Colosseum's infamous connection to the brutal gladiatorial games. Join Dan Snow as he brings the Colosseum's epic past to life in stunning detail.

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

Greek Island Odyssey With Bettany Hughes

In this series Bettany Hughes embarks on an epic journey to unpack the myths and legends of the Greek islands. Bettany follows the trail of Odysseus, with exclusive unique access to live archaeological digs uncovering bronze age warriors and virgin sacrifices. A gripping adventure amidst a stunning landscape.

Jawsome

Alanna Canaran, a passionate science educator and dive instructor, teams up with shark citizen scientist, Art Gaetan, and wildlife filmmaker Nick Hawkins on an exhilarating mission along the Atlantic coast to find the ocean’s most feared predator– Great White Sharks. As white shark sightings increase, Alanna aims to dispel fear and foster admiration for these sharks. Together, they create a white shark photo identification catalog and investigate ancient human-shark relationships with the help of an archaeologist and Indigenous knowledge keepers. The team perseveres through many challenges including elusive sharks and a hurricane! Through their relentless efforts, the team unravels the mysteries of these awe-inspiring apex predators, sharing their captivating discoveries and stunning underwater imagery and fostering a deeper appreciation of these JAWSOME predators.

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.

Tut's Treasures

Howard Carter’s discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922 made headlines across the world sparking a global frenzy for Ancient Egypt. Over the decades since the find, many of the pharaoh’s priceless grave goods have disappeared into museum basements and archives across Egypt. Now all 5,398 objects are being reunited for the first time since their discovery at the new Grand Egyptian Museum. Many have never been seen before but together they shed new light on the short, eventful life of the so-called ‘Boy King’ and are now helping experts realise the sheer scale of Tutankhamun’s influence in the ancient world.