Season 1 · Episode 1
A behind-the-scenes look at the filming of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman for television.
One of America's best-known architects is profiled, with emphasis on his early career and his later movement away from minimalism.
A biography of the well-known social critic and author Katherine Anne Porter.
An in-depth treatment of the life and sensibilities of the innovative silent film superstar Charlie Chaplin.
A biography of Billie Holiday, one of America's most unique and emotional jazz singers and the tragic end of her life at an early age.
The musical career of the long-time conductor of New York City's Metropolitan Opera as reflected by following his normal working day on camera.
One of America's signature classical composers and the unique elements he incorporated into his pieces.
The strikingly realistic and unsentimental paintings of the noted artist from Philadelphia.
A profile of the noted American artist originally produced to celebrate her 90th birthday.
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Sporting legends speak honestly and candidly about their careers, giving a fascinating insight into the mindset required to reach the very top of their game.
2012
2018
As Johnny prepares to create a piece of public art for his home town of St Helens, an unexpected diagnosis sets him off on a complex emotional journey of self-discovery where art and life sometimes merge.
2025
A fascinating journey through the life and work of many Latin American music idols, by the curious gaze of young chroniclers, with access to exclusive footage.
2019
In this three-part documentary series Waldemar Januszczak discovers paintings, sculptures and architecture of the Baroque period. Starting from the square of Saint Peter's Basilica in Italy to St Paul's Cathedral in England.
2009
2017
TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.
1988
“Biography: The Trump Dynasty” draws from first-hand accounts and never-before-seen archival footage to examine the life and heritage of the 45th President of the United States.
Winning the Tour de France in 1997 made Jan Ullrich a star. But soon after, the downfall of road cycling's biggest talent begins. The five-part documentary series follows the stages of his life and his career.
2022
Dr Adam Rutherford investigates the close relationship between discoveries in anatomy and the works of art that illustrate them.
2014
Murder. Extortion. Drug smuggling. Racketeering. The charges are mounting against John Gotti — but will any of them stick to the "Teflon Don"? Told from both sides of the law, this docuseries from the makers of "Fear City" follows the FBI's battle to bring down infamous mob boss.
2023
His art changed the way we see the world - now change the way you see the artist. An unflinching look at Picasso's legacy, and the horror and brilliance of what he left behind. Family, friends and experts reassess the tumultuous artistic and personal life of Pablo Picasso, one of the greatest and most provocative artists of all time.
Art historian Waldemar Januszczak uncovers the secret meanings hidden within some of the greatest paintings by Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cezanne and Seurat .
2020
The three-part story of Manuela Freitag, the longest-serving dominatrix on Herbertstraße, and her life between abysses, dependencies, and the struggle for self-determination.
2016