A History of Horror

The Furry Detectives: Unmasking a Monster

Unpack the 2018 event known in the Furry community as the "Furry Zoosadist Leaks," which exposed a horrifying conspiracy of animal abuse lurking beneath the Fandom's playful exterior.

2002

In Search of Ancient Ireland

An exploration of Ancient Ireland, from 2000 B.C., when Stone Age farmers built some of Europe's largest and most spectacular Neolithic monuments, to 1167 A.D., when invading Normans seized Ireland for England's king.

6.8

How to Become a Cult Leader

Look inside the cult leader's playbook for achieving unconditional love, endless devotion and the power to control people's minds, bodies, and souls. Disguised as a guidebook for capturing a devoted cult following, this docuseries takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the rise of six famed flock leaders.

Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks

A 3-part series exploring Universal's film and theme park legacy through rare footage and celebrity interviews, leading up to Epic Universe's opening. Features exclusive archives and behind-the-scenes access.

8.1

One Night in Idaho: The College Murders

Told in captivating, tense, and emotionally wrenching detail by only those involved in and affected by the crime, this series intimately explores this American tragedy and its continued impact and fallout.

6.9

Mafia Spies

Relying heavily on recently declassified material and premium cinematic recreations, this series charts a Cold War game of cat and mouse from Vegas to Miami to Havana that pitted Washington's strongest players against the 20th century's most notorious gangsters and exploring the secret connections among the CIA, the mob and Sinatra's Rat Pack that still resonate today.

6.1

Scamanda

Docuseries based on the podcast of the same name. The story of Amanda Riley — a wife, mother, blogger and Christian — whose tragic cancer tale captivates thousands. But Amanda has a secret that she's dying to keep, and after an anonymous tip to an investigative reporter, her own words may prove to be her downfall.

5.8

Social Studies

Filmed in Los Angeles over a school year, a diverse group of LA teens open up their lives and phones to offer an intimate glimpse into how social media has reshaped childhood.

8.3

After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun

Featuring never before seen home videos and intimate interviews with "Baywatch" stars, this docu-series profiles the most-watched series on the planet and reveals the roller coaster ride of fame for its most iconic stars.

Charlie Hustle & the Matter of Pete Rose

7.8

Charlie Hustle & the Matter of Pete Rose

A retrospective journey, spanning more than 60 years, to tell the story of Pete Rose, baseball's all-time hits leader whose on-field achievements and off-field transgressions have made him one of the most polarizing figures in all of sports.

Conversations with a Killer: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes

7.4

Conversations with a Killer: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes

He dined with the powerful. He preyed on the vulnerable. Beneath a smiling exterior was the horrifying darkness of a sadistic serial killer.

4.4

Myth of the Zodiac Killer

The identity of the serial killer known as 'The Zodiac' has been confounding investigators for nearly fifty years, but an unlikely and unconventional theorist may have finally shed light to America's most famous cold case by asking a question that no one else has ever dared ask: what if the reason the Zodiac has never been caught... is because he never existed in the first place?

7.1

Chimp Crazy

Former nurse-turned-exotic animal broker Tonia Haddix, who refers to herself as the “Dolly Parton of chimps”, spends her days caring for animals in captivity. However, her limitless love for one chimpanzee in particular spins into a wild cat-and-mouse game with authorities and an animal rights group.

7.2

JFK: One Day in America

On the 22nd of November 1963, the President of the United States of America, John F. Kennedy, was assassinated. For the 60th anniversary, this series takes us into the day almost in real-time. Across three episodes, what unfolds is a presidential assassination, a full-scale manhunt, a murder of a policeman, and the killing of the assassin. Giving insight into the multiple perspectives of a day in a brand-new way that will cut through the clutter and appeal to audiences around the world.

Cowboy Cartel

When a rookie FBI agent uncovers a massive money laundering operation in American horse racing, he risks his life to take down the culprits: Mexico's deadliest cartel.

Taken Together: Who Killed Lyric and Elizabeth?

6.2

Taken Together: Who Killed Lyric and Elizabeth?

Dives into the haunting 2012 double abduction of two cousins, 10-year-old Lyric Cook-Morrissey and 8-year-old Elizabeth Collins, in Evansdale, Iowa. With over seven years of exclusive access and insider interviews.

Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War

The legendary feud between Wyatt Earp and Ike Clanton unfolds through vivid reenactments in this gritty docudrama about the gunfight that defined an era.

6.6

Greatest Geek Year Ever! 1982

Look back at the greatest geek year in films ever - 1982 - featuring stars, directors, writers, producers and pop culture historians sharing their insights about legendary movies that year.

8.6

2006

Planet Earth

David Attenborough celebrates the amazing variety of the natural world in this epic documentary series, filmed over four years across 64 different countries.

Black Twitter: A People's History

The rise, movements, voices and memes that made Black Twitter an influential and dominant force in nearly every aspect of American political and cultural life.

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6.4

2018

Eli Roth's History of Horror

An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

8.1

Pee-wee as Himself

A kaleidoscopic portrait told in two parts tracing the life of the imaginative artist.

7.1

Cursed Films

A documentary series exploring the myths and legends behind some of Hollywood’s notoriously “cursed” horror film productions. From plane accidents and bombings during the making of The Omen, to the rumored use of real human skeletons on the set of Poltergeist, these stories are legendary amongst film fans and filmmakers alike. But where does the truth lie?

7.9

George Carlin's American Dream

A look at the life and work of legendary comedian George Carlin.

7.1

History 101

Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs, social movements and world-changing discoveries.

7.2

The New York Times Presents

A series of standalone documentaries powered by the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the essential stories of our time.

7.5

How to Become a Mob Boss

This darkly satirical how-to guide explores the rise and fall of history's most notorious mob bosses and their tactics for success.

Conversations with a Killer: The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes

7.8

Conversations with a Killer: The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes

Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer confesses to his gruesome crimes in unguarded interviews, offering an unsettling view into a disturbed mind.

6.5

The Stranger

An unassuming young rideshare driver is thrown into her worst nightmare when a mysterious Hollywood Hills passenger enters her car. Her terrifying, heart-stopping ride with the stranger unfolds over 12 hours as she navigates the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles in a chilling game of cat and mouse.

6.8

The Last Movie Stars

A celebration of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s iconic careers and decades-long partnership. Director Ethan Hawke brings life and color to this definitive history of their love, lives, and philanthropy.

6.2

2005

The F Word

The F Word is a British food magazine and cookery programme featuring chef Gordon Ramsay. The programme covers a wide range of topics, from recipes to food preparation and celebrity food fads. The programme is made by Optomen Television and aired weekly on Channel 4. The theme tune for the series is "The F-Word" from the Babybird album Bugged.

7.6

The Institute

When 14 year old genius Luke Ellis is kidnapped, he awakens at The Institute, a facility full of children who all got there the same way he did, and who are all possessed of unusual abilities. In a nearby town, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson has come looking to start a new life, but the peace and quiet won’t last, as his story and Luke’s are destined to collide.

6.9

2018

I AM A KILLER

Death row inmates convicted of capital murder give a firsthand account of their crimes in this documentary series.

7.8

2021

Marvel's Hit-Monkey

After a high-profile political assassination goes sideways, an injured hitman hides out amongst a tribe of snow monkeys in the mountains of Japan.

6.7

2014

Prey

Three-part crime thriller. When detective Marcus Farrow looks into a seemingly forgotten case, he has no idea of the chaos and heartache that will soon follow. He is found at the scene of a murder, and with all the evidence pointing towards him, he is arrested and charged.

8.3

Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos

A portrait of celebrated filmmaker David Chase: his life, his career and his groundbreaking work on the HBO original series The Sopranos.

7.3

1987

The Highwayman

The Highwaymen fight crime in the near future.

2014

The Real History of Science Fiction

The series heads to the very frontiers of space and science to produce the definitive television history of science fiction, told through its impact on cinema, television and literature, with the help of filmmakers, writers, actors, and graphic artists. Each episode will explore one of the enduring themes of science fiction: time travel; the exploration of space; robots and artificial intelligence; and aliens.

7.4

2019

Creepshow

A young boy's horror comic book comes to life in this anthology series of terrifying tales.

6.7

The Most Hated Man on the Internet

Determined to remove her daughter's photos from a revenge porn website, a persistent mother launches an online crusade to shut down its cruel founder.