Pompeii: Life In A Roman Town

POMPEII: LIFE IN A ROMAN TOWN takes viewers on a fascinating journey into the daily lives of ancient Romans, exploring the preserved town of Pompeii like never before. In this four-part series, historians Dan Snow and Kate Lister reveal what it was really like to live in this extraordinary time capsule - from what people ate, how they worked and entertained themselves, to the weird punishments for lawbreakers. With special access to both the streets and underground ruins, Dan and Kate immerse themselves in Roman life, bathing, feasting, and dressing like the elite. They also uncover the struggles of the poor and enslaved, revealing a side of Pompeii often hidden from view. POMPEII: LIFE IN A ROMAN TOWN is a compelling exploration of ancient life in all its gritty glory.

Suspect

SUSPECT is a scripted factual drama that places viewers inside the police interrogation rooms at the centre of real-life, high-profile true crime cases. Each feature-length film follows the tense drama from a suspect’s arrival in custody as investigators test and challenge their version of events. Produced by Orchard Studios for Channel 5, the two films revisit pivotal moments in notorious cases where those closest to the crime become suspects. One explores the 48 hours in which Kate McCann was questioned by Portuguese police following the disappearance of her daughter Madeleine, while the second examines the case of Tracy Andrews, who became a suspect after her boyfriend was found stabbed thirty times at the side of a road. Grounded in meticulous research and official transcripts, the films intercut dramatized interrogations with flashbacks to key moments from the case, inviting audiences to question what really happened, and whether the person in the room is innocent or guilty. Series Highlights: -From Orchard Studios, led by Dan Grabiner (former Head of Amazon Studios UK & Northern Europe). -Produced by acclaimed factual storytellers behind *24 Hours in A&E* and Prime Video’s *The Confession*. -Rooted in real cases and journalistic rigor.

For The Love Of Pets

FOR THE LOVE OF PETS is a heart-warming docuseries following the staff, volunteers and animals at animal welfare organisations and emergency hospitals across Australia. From life-saving and life-changing surgeries to rehabilitation, behaviour work and rehoming, the series captures the daily realities of caring for animals in need. Filmed inside busy clinics and shelters, it also follows the passionate teams who support families through difficult goodbyes. Across multiple locations, the series offers an intimate look at the people devoted to protecting, treating and finding new homes for thousands of pets each year.

Man Hunt

Former Zoo-keeper Hayden Turner heads to various parts of the world to immerse himself in the indigenous people’s culture and way of life.

Bodies On The Bridge

A gripping two-part documentary that unravels one of the most disturbing murder investigations in recent UK history. In July 2024, Colombian national Yostin Mosquera fled Bristol’s Clifton Suspension Bridge, abandoning two suitcases leaking blood. What followed was a police investigation that led back to a quiet flat in west London - and into a hidden world of exploitation, secrecy and violence. Through exclusive interviews with the senior officers who led the case, alongside friends and acquaintances of the victims, the series reconstructs how a long-distance relationship spiralled into a double murder. Using extensive CCTV, bodycam footage and court evidence, BODIES ON THE BRIDGE looks beyond the headlines to examine trust, power and the consequences of lives lived partly in the shadows.

Tombs Of Egyptian Priestesses

A team of Egyptian archaeologists has discovered a previously unknown cemetery that opens a window onto a unique period in the history of ancient Egypt - a time when the country was ruled by rich and powerful princesses, "The God’s Wives of Amun." We follow the excavation of the tombs in real time and witness the discovery of amazing artifacts belonging to these elite women. It was a time when Egypt was ruled by the Kushites from Nubia. To cement their rule, the Nubian kings sent their wives and daughters to rule over their new Egyptian conquests. These women embraced the local culture and religion and became known by the name of the all-powerful Egyptian god Amun. They ruled like kings, but having female rulers empowered women throughout Egyptian society. Through the discoveries in the cemetery, we explore one of the most mysterious periods of Egyptian history, when power was in the hands of women.

Operation Oblivion

In the darkest days of WWII in the Pacific, the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) faced a critical obstacle to their operations in the Far East: How could their agents infiltrate Japanese-occupied territories and establish links with the Chinese resistance without sticking out like a sore thumb? This documentary film will uncover the stories of a group of 12 Chinese-Canadians and their secret training under the guidance of British SOE operatives. OPERATION OBLIVION combines newly shot interviews and never-before-seen images with animated sequences that vividly recreate the remarkable stories of Force 136.

Atlantis: The Lost City Unearthed

Atlantis - a lost city that has long captivated our imaginations and fueled an indelible mystery. Now, a team of researchers has scoured Plato's enigmatic texts, and discovered what may be this legendary capital in a vast and fertile area that was a majestic island in the Atlantic Ocean during ancient times. This stunning discovery could unlock the secrets of a lost civilization. ATLANTIS: THE LOST CITY UNEARTHED plunges us into a thrilling and suspenseful investigation, each revelation bringing us closer to solving one of history's greatest mysteries.

China Quake

In 2008, China’s monster quake claimed 80,000 lives. An international team searches the rubble for vital clues and makes ground-breaking discoveries that will save lives in future quakes.

Bettany Hughes' Grand Tour: From Paris To Rome

Prof. Bettany Hughes is on the journey of a lifetime through France and Italy to understand how travel, art, and culture can enrich our lives. Inspired by the 18th Century’s Grand Tourists, Bettany is making her own modern, pleasure-filled pilgrimages to some of Europe’s most beautiful cities including Paris, Nice, Florence, Lake Como, Venice, and Rome. Over four stunning episodes, Bettany reveals the honeypot of art and culture that make these the world’s most desired and popular destinations. This landmark series is a sumptuous treat filled with staggering access, good food, fine wines, and the most inspiring art and history. Think charisma, culture, and Camparis - the ultimate chance for the armchair traveller to relax, learn, discover, delight, and enjoy.