Curiosity Stream

The evolution of super-colonies allowed social insects to dominate the planet. We show how they arose and why they're so important to our own survival.

Embark with 12-year-old Wario on a long and perilous journey across the desert to sell the salt from the mouth of the devil volcano.

Two adolescents in the Himalayas: one kidnapped by her future husband, the other having her head shaved as she enters the convent forever.

Banda must climb giant trees to gather honey, the elixir of life.

Follow the epic ordeals of Kolé, a young man who live in Ethiopia. To achieve this dual status, he must embark on a long journey.

Marsupials are a wonderful mob of animals who carry their young in a pouch. Whether hopping, climbing, or airborne, marsupials are some of the most fascinating creatures.

To many ears, the name mustelid might sound mysterious, but this family of hunters is probably much more familiar than you think.

The crocodile is the king of the wetland, a tone of cold-blooded monster with the most terrifying bite force on Earth. The product of a 100 million year ancestry.

The evolution of super-colonies allowed social insects to dominate the planet. We show how they arose and why they're so important to our own survival.

Discover biotopes and endemic species that have evolved over millions of years but are now at risk from deforestation and climate change.

Urged by their elders, two young Kayapos will have to undergo a terrible initiatory ordeal by attacking the nest of Amyu, the most dangerous wasp in the forest.

In the snow-covered mountains of Mongolia, follow young Tsaatan Quizilol as he tries to capture reindeer to prove he is now brave enough to marry his girlfriend.

Embark with 12-year-old Wario on a long and perilous journey across the desert to sell the salt from the mouth of the devil volcano.

Two adolescents in the Himalayas: one kidnapped by her future husband, the other having her head shaved as she enters the convent forever.

How do you decide nature's weirdest animal? Is it the sloth, that hangs upside down and moves so slowly that moss grows in its fur?

Discover biotopes and endemic species that have evolved over millions of years but are now at risk from deforestation and climate change.

Discover biotopes and endemic species that have evolved over millions of years but are now at risk from deforestation and climate change.

The Pleistocene Era, when packs of saber-tooths ruled. The arrival of the new cats, early snow leopards, cheetahs, and jaguars, marked a turning point.

Urged by their elders, two young Kayapos will have to undergo a terrible initiatory ordeal by attacking the nest of Amyu, the most dangerous wasp in the forest.

In the snow-covered mountains of Mongolia, follow young Tsaatan Quizilol as he tries to capture reindeer to prove he is now brave enough to marry his girlfriend.

The crocodile is the king of the wetland, a tone of cold-blooded monster with the most terrifying bite force on Earth. The product of a 100 million year ancestry.

How do you decide nature's weirdest animal? Is it the sloth, that hangs upside down and moves so slowly that moss grows in its fur?

Discover biotopes and endemic species that have evolved over millions of years but are now at risk from deforestation and climate change.

Discover biotopes and endemic species that have evolved over millions of years but are now at risk from deforestation and climate change.

The Pleistocene Era, when packs of saber-tooths ruled. The arrival of the new cats, early snow leopards, cheetahs, and jaguars, marked a turning point.

Urged by their elders, two young Kayapos will have to undergo a terrible initiatory ordeal by attacking the nest of Amyu, the most dangerous wasp in the forest.

In the snow-covered mountains of Mongolia, follow young Tsaatan Quizilol as he tries to capture reindeer to prove he is now brave enough to marry his girlfriend.

The crocodile is the king of the wetland, a tone of cold-blooded monster with the most terrifying bite force on Earth. The product of a 100 million year ancestry.

Forest and mountain, sea and ice, the wilds of this world are a rich setting for myths and legends and stories about the wilderness.

As the turn of the century approaches, JP Morgan's dominance on Wall Street is unquestioned. But soon the rapid expansion of railroads gives a rival, Jacob Schiff.

Having transformed America into an economic juggernaut, JP Morgan hands control of his banking empire to his only son, Jack.

From living in caves to grand mansions, shelter has always been high on the list of our priorities. But form and function varies wildly throughout civilizations.

Delve into the history of technology, from a simple rock to the invention of modern computing.

Stories of heroes and the villains encountered on their adventures are among the most thrilling in all mythology.

Forest and mountain, sea and ice, the wilds of this world are a rich setting for myths and legends and stories about the wilderness.

War has been a constant in human history. All civilizations have grappled with the questions it raises. It is no surprise, then, that myths of war are the most enduring.

Having transformed America into an economic juggernaut, JP Morgan hands control of his banking empire to his only son, Jack.

JP Morgan's death leaves the Titans of Wall Street competing to fill the power vacuum.

Throughout history, our ancestors have always strived to go higher, bigger, deeper, further - and this is reflected in the buildings and structures around our globe.

From living in caves to grand mansions, shelter has always been high on the list of our priorities. But form and function varies wildly throughout civilizations.

Love is a universal and powerful emotion but can also be destructive. Lust can destroy, and betrayal can wound.

JP Morgan's death leaves the Titans of Wall Street competing to fill the power vacuum.

The Roaring 20s have seen America rise to become the world's greatest superpower.

This episode explores some of history's most ingenious, yet lesser-known engineering solutions.

Throughout history, our ancestors have always strived to go higher, bigger, deeper, further - and this is reflected in the buildings and structures around our globe.

War has been a constant in human history. All civilizations have grappled with the questions it raises. It is no surprise, then, that myths of war are the most enduring.

Love is a universal and powerful emotion but can also be destructive. Lust can destroy, and betrayal can wound.

JP Morgan's death leaves the Titans of Wall Street competing to fill the power vacuum.

This episode explores some of history's most ingenious, yet lesser-known engineering solutions.

Throughout history, our ancestors have always strived to go higher, bigger, deeper, further - and this is reflected in the buildings and structures around our globe.

War has been a constant in human history. All civilizations have grappled with the questions it raises. It is no surprise, then, that myths of war are the most enduring.

In a classic, 'follow the money' investigation, an elite team of unconventional investigators work together to take down the Columbian Norte Valle Cartel.

After a suspicious rise in Russian diplomats visiting the State Department, the FBI works with the Diplomatic Security Service to follow mysterious radio frequencies.

After mass genocide is committed during The Bosnian War, the US and NATO lead an international effort to go after one of the most notorious war criminals.

During the early years of the internet, the United States Secret Service conducts a groundbreaking mission to take down the criminal hacker group Shadowcrew.

She was the caring nurse who tended to the needs of infirm elderly residents in homes throughout Toronto.

Three composers dominated this period of the 1970s. David Shire, Jerry Goldsmith, and John Williams creating one of the most memorable themes in the history of cinema.

A sea change in the movie industry with a new breed of independent filmmakers was coming to the forefront.

Tales of love are as old as storytelling itself. From Ancient Greek tragedies to modern bestsellers, Romance has been one of the great genres of literature.

The Dutch didn't appreciate what they had. For 200 years Vermeer was completely forgotten.

These works that span Rembrandt's entire adult life have been scattered across the globe and had a life and history all their own.

It took nearly three centuries for el Greco's paintings to be truly appreciated. No artist has ever been more ahead of his time.

A sea change in the movie industry with a new breed of independent filmmakers was coming to the forefront.

Three composers dominated this period of the 1970s. David Shire, Jerry Goldsmith, and John Williams creating one of the most memorable themes in the history of cinema.

Tales of love are as old as storytelling itself. From Ancient Greek tragedies to modern bestsellers, Romance has been one of the great genres of literature.

One of the world's most famous works of art has been stolen on numerous occasions. Thieves in 1994 left a message saying only 'thanks for the poor security'.

Painted during Vienna's cultural heyday, Gustav Klimt's 'Portrait of Adele' was confiscated by the Nazis during WWI.