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Qin Shi Huangdi united and gave China its name. His legacy includes the Great Wall and his tomb, guarded by the famed Terracotta Army.

First Emperor: The Man Who Made China

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Hitler’s Secret Sex Life reveals a leader wracked by health issues, insecurities, incest, sexual hang-ups, fetishes, drug addiction, and even more.

Hitler's Secret Sex Life

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Taking you back to 1888, this extraordinary film dispels the myths and misconceptions that have surrounded the case of Jack the Ripper.

Jack the Ripper: The Definitive Story

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Benito Mussolini created the Italian Fascists. But were the people really behind him? Take a look back at one of the world's most notorious dictators.

Mussolini: The First Fascist

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World-famous magician and escape artist James "The Amazing" Randi dedicates his life to exposing fake psychics and others who claim paranormal powers.

An Honest Liar: James 'The Amazing' Randi

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Author Jack London symbolized America's ambitions, driving forces and contradictions, from the conquest of the West to the First World War.

Jack London: An American Adventure

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During the Montreal Olympic Games, a young gymnast quickly became a legend. But behind the scenes, she was forced into a relationship with a dictator.

Nadia Comaneci: The Gymnast and the Dictator

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At the age of 10, Eva Mozes Kor fought through the horrors of Auschwitz, where she was experimented on as one of Dr. Mengele's twins."

Eva: A-7063

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Herman Goering was Hitler’s most important deputy, head of the Luftwaffe, and architect of infamous Nazi programs such as the creation of the Gestapo.

Goering's Secret: The Story of Hitler's Marshall

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An expert portrait of six men: Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Horatio Nelson, Napoleon Bonaparte, Ulysses S. Grant, and Georgi Zhukov.

The Great Commanders

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What if Robert F. Kennedy, brother of JFK, had not himself been assassinated while campaigning for the presidency in 1968? Imagine an RFK presidency.

RFK: America's Lost President

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Alvin York, a local farmer, and Joseph Oklahombi, a Native American from the Choctaw tribe, both fought in WWI and became symbols of courage.

The Odd Destiny of Sergeant York

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There is only one set of identical twin autistic savant sisters known to exist. Over 50 years, Flo and Kay have memorized the world around them.

Rainman Twins

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Elizabeth I is said to have carried on an affair with a nobleman, and new evidence suggests that his wife was assassinated so that they could marry.

Elizabeth I: Killer Queen

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The personal life of actor Leonard Nimoy, his childhood in Boston, his early career in Hollywood, and his breakout role as Spock in Star Trek.

Remembering Leonard Nimoy

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Behind the squeaky-clean image of Hollywood icon Julie Andrews hides a tortuous career, with both glory and tough times. This explains her longevity.

Julie Andrews Forever

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Explorer and former Zookeeper Hayden Turner heads to various regions to learn the ancient hunting strategies of the oldest native tribes on Earth.

Man Hunt

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Follow young Afghani Mir over a decade, from a naïve 8-year-old boy to an adult, revealing the story of modern Afghanistan.

The Chronicles of Mir

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How, from a young age, did Mozart compose and perform some of the most complex and marvelous musical pieces in history.

In Search of Mozart

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50 years after Che's death, we embark on a journey to deconstruct the heroic guerillero's myth. This is the story of a man trapped by his own legend.

Che Guevara: Beyond the Myth

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Frank Lloyd Wright is America’s greatest-ever architect. Leading architect Jonathan Adams travels across America to explore Wright’s masterpieces.

Frank Lloyd Wright: The Man Who Built America

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Reexamine the lives of prominent women throughout history and the influence their sisters had on their accomplishments.

A Tale of Two Sisters

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This film celebrates the life and achievements of Prince Philip, emphasizing the role his military experiences played in his royal career.

The Real Prince Philip

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From policing in the murder capital of the U.S. to searching for bodies in an inferno, these are jobs that most of us couldn't even attempt.

Risk Takers

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This film tells stories of survival and suffering as these women navigated their strategic marriages, the longing for love, and power politics.

Splendor and Misery of the Last Tsarinas

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Luciano Pavarotti died in 2007. This film pays tribute to the wildly popular opera singer who proved that classical music was not owned by the elite.

Pavarotti: Birth of a Pop Star

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This docudrama shows the struggle of Johannes Gutenberg, who challenged society with the invention of movable type printing.

Idea Wars: The Birth of Printing

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Investigators travel to Switzerland, the US, and Asia in an attempt to understand nuclear-armed North Korea’s eccentric “living god,” Kim Jong Un.

Kim Jong Un: The Unauthorized Biography

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Come aboard the Calypso one last time and discover the influential life of marine biologist and environmental pioneer Jacques Cousteau.

Jacques Cousteau's Legacy

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The influence of Confucius on justice and morality has been profound, and his life and work are key to understanding China's rise in the modern world.

Confucius: The Creator of the Golden Rule

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In this fresh look at the career and presidency of Richard Nixon, an argument is made that he was a successful statesman despite intrigue and rivalry.

Nixon in the Den

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The 2010 Nobel Peace Prize winner Liu Xiaobo was a key figure in Tiananmen Square. Today he is an inspiration for young Hong Kong protesters.

The Man Who Defied Beijing

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Orphaned and abused as a child, Tzar Ivan became a volatile ruler. He committed his first murder at 13 and was feared for his random acts of violence.

Ivan the Terrible

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The genius of Ettore Majorana is timelessly fascinating. This investigative memoir looks at his legacy and the history of nuclear sciences.

Ettore Majorana: A Quantum Enigma

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The extraordinary life of Princess Diana, tracing her journey from a shy aristocratic girl to the beloved "People's Princess."

Diana: The Complete Story

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Franklin D. Roosevelt inspired millions with stirring visions of a post-WWII world. Now witness this intimate biography of a great American president.

The Wheelchair President

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For over 2,000 years, the women of Jeju Island off South Korea have been female sea divers known for their independent spirit, iron will, and resolve.

The Last Mermaids: Huntresses of the Sea

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In September 1888, a letter claimed to come from the most famous serial killer in history. It revealed the now-legendary name, "Jack the Ripper."

Revealed Jack the Ripper: Tabloid Killer

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Charlie Chaplin's iconic characters from the era of silent movies sum up what was most moving and inventive in the emerging cinematic arts.

Birth of the Tramp: Creative Genius of Charlie Chaplin

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Giuseppe Garibaldi was an architect of Italian unity and a popular ladies' man.  This film investigates the man of many legends and contradictions.

Garibaldi

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This fascinating animated biopic about the legendary French Emperor Napoleon addresses his mission to survive war and assassination, and defy death.

Napoleon: Rise and Fall

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Does anyone take Rubens seriously? His grandiose canvases, stuffed with mounds of female flesh, have little appeal for the modern gym-subscriber.

Rubens: An Extra Large Story

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Explore the complex life of Cuban leader Fidel Castro, including his education, family life, and marriage, as well as alleged assassination attempts.

Fidel Castro: An Unauthorized Biography

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France’s Joan of Arc was considered a heroine for her role in the Hundred Years' War and was made a saint. Her true story is a mystery of the ages.

The Real Joan of Arc

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Take look at the woman who became Princess of Wales - Diana Spencer - including a look at her childhood, the Spencer family, and her personal life.

Diana: Who Do You Think She Was?

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Socialite, fashion designer, spy, and rebellious old lady, Coco Chanel reinvented herself throughout her existence, making her own legend. 

The Wars of Coco Chanel

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On April 4, 1968, in the wake of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., Robert F. Kennedy gave one of the most influential speeches of the time.

A Ripple of Hope

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Rock'n'roll royalty Elvis Presley had a group of friends he entrusted with his life. Explore Elvis's life through the eyes of the Memphis Mafia.

Elvis & The Memphis Mafia

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Casanova lived a life of adventure, comedy, and drama. He raised questions about human relationships that are relevant today.

The Real Casanova

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Alphonse Gabriel "Al" Capone, the most infamous gangster of all time, was cut across the cheek when he was young, earning him the moniker "Scarface."

Scarface: The Al Capone Story

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John Nettles reflects on William Shakespeare's life and lasting legacy on the 400th anniversary of his death.