Historical
This genre is one of the largest non-fiction genres, and consists primarily of documentaries about one or more historical events or time periods. In general, the title will not be of a contemporary nature (that is, it will be made about a subject that actually occurred in the past). Some historical subjects include ancient civilizations & archaeology, famous crimes, popular culture and trends of the past, and other major world events.
Queen Victoria's Letters (2014)
8.1/10
Prepare for a revolutionary new look at one of historys giants, the Grandmother of Europe - Queen Victoria. Through exclusive access to her persona... Read more
Rome: Rise and Fall of an Empire (2008)
7.9/10
It is 114 B.C. and the Republic of Rome is a small empire clinging to the rim of the Mediterranean. Suddenly, terror grips the Romans as the first bar... Read more
Sacred Wonders of Britain (2013)
7.8/10
Starring: Neil Oliver
At the edge of Europe, the British Isles is home to one of the world's richest collections of sacred sites. With stunning photography, "Sacred Wonders... Read more
Salem Witch Trials (1998)
6.2/10
in 1692 19 men and women were hanged, and one man was 'pressed' to death following the witch trials in Salem, Massachusetts. Almost twenty years late... Read more
Secrets of the Civil War (2008)
Even today, almost 150 years after Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House, unexpected secrets and little known stories continue to emerge from Civi... Read more
Secrets of the Forbidden City (2008)
7/10
For six centuries, the Forbidden City has been at the heart of one of the most powerful and enigmatic countries on earth: China. It is the biggest pal... Read more
Secrets of the Manor House (2014)
8.1/10
Exactly 100 years ago, the world of the British manor house was at its height. It was a life of luxury and indolence for a wealthy few supported by th... Read more
Seven Ages Of Britain (2010)
7.9/10
Starring: David Dimbleby, Gwendoline Christie
David Dimbleby tells the story of Britain's last 2,000 years through its art and treasure. Read more
Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll - The 60s Revealed (2009)
8.4/10
Director: Verity Maidlow
Starring: Bernard Braden
In the 1960s top TV personality Bernard Braden began a remarkable TV project. Wanting to document the extraordinary decade, he booked a hotel suite, h... Read more
Simon Schama: The American Future (2008)
Director: Sam Hobkinson, Ricardo Pollack
Starring: Simon Schama
Turning to fascinating moments in American history to understand the present, connecting legendary presences such as Thomas Jefferson, Henry Ford, Mar... Read more