Top Documentary Series of 2017 Online
Expand your knowledge with the best documentary series of 2017 online. From groundbreaking investigations to awe-inspiring stories, these shows delve deep into real-world events and fascinating topics. Watch the top documentary series of 2017 online and uncover the truths that shape our world.
Franco: The Brutal Truth About Spain’s Dictator (2017)
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Using extensive research, this five-part docuseries takes a comprehensive look at Francisco Franco's turbulent, decades-long regime.
Scene of the Crime with Tony Harris (2017)
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Investigative filmmaker Tony Harris ventures deep into small-town America to pull back the curtain on the often-nefarious players and foreboding places at the center of crimes that happened there.
Devil's Canyon (2017)
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Prospectors seek gold in the remote areas of the Devil's Canyon in British Columbia.
The Hunt for the Zodiac Killer (2017)
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A look at the hunt for California's Zodiac Killer, who murdered at least five people in the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s and early '70s.
British History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley (2017)
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Lucy Worsley explores how British history is a concoction of fibs and stories manipulated by whoever was in power at the time.
Lawless Oceans (2017)
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A journey to solve the mystery of a murder at sea and get immersed in the world of maritime crime.
Trump: An American Dream (2017)
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Friends, associates and critics reveal the truly American story of Donald Trump, the brash businessman who defied the odds to become U.S. president.
Wormwood (2017)
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In this genre-bending tale, Errol Morris explores the mysterious death of a U.S. scientist entangled in a secret Cold War program known as MK-Ultra.
Ed Stafford: Left For Dead (2017)
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Explorer, adventurer and survival expert Ed Stafford faces a brand new challenge in "Left for Dead". Dropped in to a remote location, Ed has up to 10 days to reach a rendezvous point, meet his extraction transport and get out alive. If he doesn't make it he faces even more time in isolation, the humility of calling in team support and the embarrassment of failure!
Paddington Station 24/7 (2017)
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With visitor numbers approaching 70 million every year, Paddington is one of the UK's busiest transport hubs.
The Disappearance of Natalee Holloway (2017)
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A man searches for answers about his daughter's mysterious disappearance from Aruba in 2005.
Galapagos (2017)
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Liz Bonnin joins a scientific team on an expedition across the Galapagos Islands to carry out important research that will help protect the islands and their inhabitants.
Strange Evidence (2017)
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Worldwide, 300 million surveillance cameras are watching us, on our streets, at work, and in our homes. At times, they capture images that don't seem to follow the normal laws of physics. A new Science Channel series investigates mysteries caught on tape and uncovers the science behind some of the most bizarre occurrences ever recorded. With a team of experts analyzing footage that seems to defy explanation, including levitating cars on a freeway, a statue that appears to move on its own, and a spontaneous burst of flames.
War on Waste (2017)
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Our waste is growing at double the rate of our population with 52 mega tonnes generated a year. Australia is ranked 5th highest for generating the most municipal waste in the world. In this three-part series, Craig Reucassel is on a mission to see if we, as a nation, can all do a little bit better.
Active Shooter: America Under Fire (2017)
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An in-depth exploration of mass shootings and their devastating consequences. From the first-hand perspective of survivors, families of the victims, witnesses and heroic first responders, the series goes beyond the sensationalistic coverage of these nightmarish moments to offer a comprehensive report on these tragic events.
Australia's Hidden Islands (2017)
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Each episode helps us discover the flora, fauna and animal life of a specific island. The photography is beautiful and is backed up with an interesting narration.
Astronauts: Do You Have What It Takes? (2017)
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Millions dream of going into space, but how many of us have what it takes? Astronaut Chris Hadfield and his expert team will choose one winner from 12 exceptional applicants.
The Detectives: Murder on the Streets (2017)
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With unparalleled and intimate access, this four-part series follows Manchester's murder detectives over the course of a year as they try to unravel complex cases in dramatic real time.
Beyond Reasonable Doubt (2017)
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This series takes viewers inside the world of true crime investigation through high-profile criminal cases of the past century that were ultimately solved by advances in forensic science or technology.
The New Age of Terror (2017)
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A two-part look at the evolution of terrorism and the response to it in a post-9/11 world.
Black Love (2017)
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Love stories from the black community explore the secrets behind successful marriages.
Mountain: Life at the Extreme (2017)
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A landmark 3-part series from the BBC's Natural History Unit revealing the extraordinary animals and remarkable people who make a home in the iconic mountain ranges of the world. There is one episode each on the Himalaya, Rockies and Andes.
Big Pacific (2017)
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Plunge into the Pacific with researchers and cinematographers and see the ocean’s rare and dazzling creatures in a way never before seen on television. The show examines an ocean that covers a third of the Earth’s surface.
The Day I Met El Chapo: The Kate del Castillo Story (2017)
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Mexican superstar actress Kate del Castillo reveals the untold story of her encounter with El Chapo Guzmán, the world’s most-wanted drug lord.
Gordon Ramsay on Cocaine (2017)
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Gordon Ramsay strips away the veneer of cocaine’s glamorous image to expose how behind the powder many Brits consume as part of a night out, lies a trail of criminality, cruelty and death driving its global trade.
The Zoo (2017)
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A behind-the-scenes look at the Bronx Zoo focuses on its thousands of animals, hundreds of employees and mission to conserve wildlife around the world.
Le Mans: Racing Is Everything (2017)
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The 24 Hours of Le Mans is a motor race like no other. Taking place in France each year, it is an endurance test for drivers and cars that literally takes 24 hours to complete. Traveling from Kuala Lumpur to the Côte D’Azur, shot in breathtaking 4K and with unprecedented access to six of the teams competing for glory, Le Mans: Racing is Everything is motorsport as you’ve never seen it before.
Ancient Earth (2017)
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Ancient Earth is an original CuriosityStream documentary series running for 2 seasons. Each season comprises of 3-3 episodes, respectively that feature stunning animations in Ultra HD 4K quality. The 1st season sheds light on the kind of life that existed in the Permian, Triassic and Cretaceous periods. The 2nd season is about some crucial moments in the evolution of life: the disappearance of the giant insects, the rise of the feathered dinosaurs, and the dawn of the mammals.
American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story (2017)
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A fascinating docuseries chronicling Playboy magazine’s charismatic founder, Hugh Hefner, and his impact on global culture. Told from his unique perspective with never-before-seen footage from his private archive, discover the captivating story about the man behind the bunny.
A1: Britain's Longest Road (2017)
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Following the men and women who work around the clock on Britain's longest and most iconic road, ensuring the traffic keeps moving and the public is kept safe.
Great Yellowstone Thaw (2017)
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Journey with Kirk Johnson to Yellowstone, where wolves, grizzlies, beavers and Great Gray owls survive one of the greatest seasonal changes on the planet. As the temperature swings 140 degrees, cameras capture how the animals cope.
The Chillenden Murders (2017)
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A team of independent experts re-examine the evidence in the Chillenden murders case.
UFOs: The Lost Evidence (2017)
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UFOs: The Lost Evidence examines UFOs that may be inhabiting our oceans, top-secret military base Area 52, pilot and astronaut UFO sighting accounts, and deathbed confessions.
Project Nazi: The Blueprints of Evil (2017)
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A look at Hitler's rise to power and how he sold his dreams for the future to the German people.
From Russia to Iran: Crossing Wild Frontier (2017)
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Explorer Levison Wood - famous for Walking the Nile, Walking the Himalayas and Walking the Americas - is taking on a new expedition in this four-part series: to cross the mighty Caucusus mountain range that lies between Russia and Iran. And as well as a new region of the world, Levison is taking a new approach to exploring: making his way by any means necessary. Travelling with the locals and living as they do, Levison's epic, 2,600-mile journey takes him through five countries, crossing the wild lands on the tense frontier between Europe and Asia and visiting some of the most fascinating and diverse people's on earth.
Make It Out Alive (2017)
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The untold human stories behind some of the world’s greatest disasters.
The Real Mad Men of Advertising (2017)
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Follow the evolution of advertising from the 1950s through the 1980s, via interviews with the industry's top ad executives, and through classic ads and commercials.
Highland: Thailand's Marijuana Awakening (2017)
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Thailand's complicated history with marijuana continues to play a role in its policies and laws, as well as the health and security of its citizens.
American Ripper (2017)
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American serial killer H.H. Holmes has a dark legacy. Now, through his grandson's research, it may be that Holmes and Jack the Ripper are one in the same.
Inside the Freemasons (2017)
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With unique and unprecedented access to one of the world's oldest social networking societies this series asks who are the Freemasons and what do they do?
Man at Arms: Art of War (2017)
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On this epic show, master forgers recreate the most popular weapons from Movies, TV Shows, & Video Games.
The Hairy Bikers' Comfort Food (2017)
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The Hairy Bikers cook some of their favourite comfort food. From feasts for friends and family to meals inspired by pub grub, they create the ultimate feel-good dishes.
Joanna Lumley's India (2017)
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Joanna Lumley returns to the country of her birth for a deeply personal journey around the vibrant and unique country of India, traveling its length and breadth, an immersive and extraordinary exploration of its diverse landscapes, varying cultural traditions and incomparable spirit. Along the way, she meets an eclectic mix of people and discovers how independence has shaped India into the constantly evolving and endlessly fascinating country it is today.
Naked SNCTM (2017)
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SNCTM is the most exclusive, high-end erotic club ever. Its wealthy members enjoy black tie masquerades, private dinners, and erotic theater. Get to know SNCTM, its creator and its employees in this eye-opening documentary series.
Serial Killer with Piers Morgan (2017)
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Through intense prison interviews, Piers Morgan revisits the crimes of three convicted serial killers and learns more about their motives.
Ancient Civilizations (2017)
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What hidden knowledge lies in our ancient past? A team of renowned scholars has come together to decipher the riddle of our origins and piece together our forgotten history found in monuments and texts across the world.
Three Wives, One Husband (2017)
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Documentary providing access to the community of Rockland Ranch in the middle of the Utah desert, where 14 Mormon families have made a home for themselves. Half the men here are polygamists, including father-of-16 Enoch Foster. He is one of the most influential men in the community and has two wives, who adore him and each other. But their family is set to expand again, with baby number 17 on the way - and Enoch is also courting a third wife, 25-year-old nanny Lydia.
Who Killed Tupac? (2017)
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A six-hour limited series focusing on the investigation of the death of prolific and influential rapper and actor, Tupac Shakur. Each installment includes aspects from the legendary artist's life as well as follow famed civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump as he conducts a full-scale, intensive investigation into key theories behind his murder.
Football: A Brief History by Alfie Allen (2017)
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Actor Alfie Allen, made famous by the television series Game of Thrones, portrays us in this documentary of the two episodes of History Channel his other great love: Football.