Society

From Prince William’s extraordinary upbringing and the tragedy of losing Diana to Kate Middleton’s middle-class childhood and entry into royal life, this documentary explores how two very different worlds came together. It follows their university romance, royal wedding, growing family and increasing responsibilities as they prepare for their future roles at the heart of the monarchy.

James Holland and former US Army Ranger Mike Simpson uncover what really happened at Omaha Beach—and why D-Day was only the beginning. Moving inland, they examine Canada’s clash with the 12th SS, the struggle for Hill 112, the fight for Carentan and the American battle through Normandy’s deadly hedgerows, challenging familiar myths about the campaign.

Tony Robinson explores the lives of ordinary people who shaped Britain during the 1950s. From an Irish nurse who escaped home to help victims of a devastating train crash to factory workers, rag-and-bone men, struggling housewives and a Jamaican RAF veteran turned pop star, their stories reveal how post-war Britain was rebuilt.

From a retinal implant that allows a blind man to perceive his wife's face after 33 years to a jacket that recreates the sensation of a hug and devices that electrically stimulate the tongue to simulate taste, this documentary explores extraordinary inventions attempting to recreate some of our most fundamental human senses

Sean Bean explores the Battle of Waterloo through the eyewitness accounts of the ordinary soldiers who fought there. From firing deadly muskets and a 200-year-old cannon to retracing the desperate defence of Hougoumont, he uncovers the fear, firepower and remarkable courage behind the battle that brought Napoleon’s rule to an end.

Historian James Holland takes former US Army Ranger Dr Mike Simpson across Britain and Normandy to uncover the full story of D-Day. Visiting Pegasus Bridge, Juno Beach, Brécourt Manor and Pointe du Hoc, they examine the planning, logistics and battlefield decisions behind the invasion—while challenging some of its most enduring myths.

Uncover the hidden side of the web in this deep dive into internet culture, online behavior, and the psychology behind toxic commentary. From the early days of online forums to today's digital age, this documentary explores how anonymity changed the way we communicate, for better and for worse. Director: Jonathan Baltrusaitis

Could technology turn us into superheroes? Justin Bratton tests bionic boots designed to give humans extraordinary speed, experiments with brain stimulation intended to improve mental performance, and investigates metamaterials that can make objects effectively invisible. From superhuman movement to enhanced intelligence, the episode explores how science is turning fantasy into reality

When a massive 2010 tsunami beached the brand-new research vessel Cabo de Hornos in Chile, it seemed lost forever. This is the story of the incredible engineering feat by Mammoet Salvage, using state-of-the-art Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs) to lift the 2,000-ton ship and meticulously carry it back to the sea.

Princess Diana became a global phenomenon who challenged royal tradition and redefined how the monarchy connected with the public. From her cultural and fashion influence to her turbulent relationship with the Palace and the press, this film reveals how Diana’s extraordinary rise—and tragic death—left the House of Windsor permanently changed.

Victorian London is drowning in sewage, while contaminated drinking water helps deadly cholera tear through the population. From John Snow's groundbreaking discovery to Joseph Bazalgette's colossal sewer network, ingenious engineers battle to clean up the capital — but one horrific disaster on the Thames will still claim around 640 lives.

Discover how Roman engineers built the Colosseum and transformed it into the empire’s greatest arena. From flooded naval battles and deadly gladiatorial contests to the stolen treasure and enslaved labour that financed its construction, this documentary reveals the engineering, brutality and political ambition behind ancient Rome’s most famous monument.

After more than 20 years of development, BAE Systems tests its revolutionary Striker II helmet aboard a Typhoon fighter jet. With information projected directly onto its visor, integrated night vision and the ability to target enemy aircraft simply by looking at them, could this technology transform aerial combat?

Walk in the footsteps of William the Conqueror from his landing at Pevensey to the battlefield at Senlac Hill. Using the Bayeux Tapestry, medieval chronicles and the Sussex landscape, this documentary investigates the strategy, destruction and enduring myths surrounding the Norman invasion and the Battle of Hastings.

Tony Robinson uncovers the extraordinary lives of ordinary people in Edwardian Britain. From Titanic survivor Arthur John Priest and striking chain-maker Patience Round to pioneering footballer and Army officer Walter Tull, their stories reveal an era divided by class, transformed by industry and ultimately shattered by war.

Could replacement body parts soon be printed on demand? Justin Bratton explores the future of regenerative medicine, from mind-controlled prosthetic hands to laboratory-grown organs and a 3D-printed airway implant that saves a child’s life. These breakthroughs could make customized body parts cheaper, safer and more widely available.

Explore the strange life of Theodore Kaczynski, the college math professor who dropped out of his career, holed up in a one-room shack in Montana, and sent deadly mail bombs to victims around the country, ultimately becoming known as the Unabomber. Director: Rob Cousineau

Tony Robinson uncovers the forgotten lives of ordinary people in Roman Britain. Through the stories of an African soldier, an enslaved girl, a celebrated gladiator and a gifted British craftsman, he reveals a world shaped by military service, slavery, brutal entertainment and remarkable engineering.

Explore the cutting-edge safety technology built into modern cars to protect drivers and passengers. From automatic emergency braking and collision detection to airbags, crumple zones and driver-assistance systems, discover how today’s vehicles are engineered to prevent crashes and save lives.

Actor Sean Bean investigates the dramatic events of Waterloo, one of history's bloodiest and most decisive battles, drawing on eyewitness accounts of soldiers who fought