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A DC-9 is caught in a storm so severe that hailstones crack the cockpit windshield, causing the plane to plummet to the ground. Miraculously 20 people survive. 7+.

Rise of the Gladiator: A soldier enslaved by Rome and forced into gladiatorial combat leads fellow gladiators in a daring escape. (S1, ep 1) 7+.

A fearsome new Nazi battleship, sets sail for the Atlantic with a mission to destroy Allied supply ships. (S3, 2 of 6) 7+.

Nine months after the onset of World War II, Hitler attacks the West with intense violence. (1 of 2) 7+.

...The West. Last Battles: French citizens take to the roads and the government signs an armistice as Germans take over half the country. (2 of 2) 7+.

The story of propaganda maestro Joseph Goebbels and Holocaust architect Heinrich Himmler: two men who built one of the largest social megastructures ever. 7+.

Will travels to the kingdom of Bhutan on a deeply intimate journey in search of the secret to happiness. (S1, ep 5) 7+.

The series homes in on the controversial findings of the investigation into the crash of British European Airways 548, which killed 118 people in 1972. 7+.

On 6 June 1971, Hughes Airwest Flight 706 collided with a US Marine Corps F-4 Phantom at 15,000 feet over California. What was the cause of this fatal disaster? 7+.

Experts investigate the fatal crash of Crossair Flight 498. First they suspected phone interference, then they found drugs in the captain's flight bag. 7+.

Experts investigate American Airlines Flight 587 crash, which killed 265 people in NYC just months after the 9/11 attacks. What was behind the disaster? 7+.

From mouth-puckering gummy worms to crunchy golden tacos and aromatic curry, discover how food is really made for the masses. (S2, ep 7) 7+.

Discover how classic salty pretzels, heavenly tiramisu and sweet and tangy ketchup get made, with a behind-the-scenes look at mass food production. (S2, ep 8) 7+.

Explore the engineering wonders of Europe's northernmost region, from Iceland's epic lava-defying barriers to Finland's record-breaking vertical factory. (2 of 6) 7+.

Thord and Bjoern are tested to the limits when they have to rescue a truck from falling into a lake. 7+.

Thord and Bjoern battle one of Norway's biggest storms in a decade as they try to rescue a truck loaded with steel girders. 7+.

Bjoern is put under pressure when a head-on collision between two trucks blocks an ambulance on an emergency call-out. (S7, ep 3) 7+.

An aerial view of Scotland reveals an astonishing tidal energy project, a majestic cliff-top castle and the world's first golf course. (S4, ep 1) 7+.

As storms close runways, a man has an apparent heart attack on an incoming flight. Can the plane land? Later, a fire drill turns into a real emergency. (S1, ep 4) 7+.

Fridays are always busy, and more passengers means more problems. Today an air ambulance emergency, security breaches and illegal drugs need attention. (S1, ep 7) 7+.

The work never slows at Sydney Airport, whether it's changing a wind sock, painting a runway at midnight or putting out a potentially catastrophic fire. (S1, ep 9) 7+.

An oversold flight needs passengers to surrender their seats, but will any volunteer? Cracked windows risk grounding a Dreamliner and more. (S1, ep 9) 7+.

Experts delve into the fatal crash of Singapore Airlines Flight 006. They originally blamed severe winds then they found strange markings on a closed runway. 7+.

A look into the 2009 crash of Turkish Airlines Flight #195. Just before landing, the plane mysteriously fell from the sky, killing 9 people. (S9, ep 6) 7+.

The Roman Empire once controlled 25% of the world's population. Now, archaeologists are excavating this vast frontier. (S2, ep 5) 7+.

Spiculus becomes a superstar in Rome's brutal arenas. Rewarded with wealth and privilege, he fights for glory.

Archaeologists dig beneath the Colosseum to uncover the Roman games, gladiator secrets and remains of ancient beasts. (S1, ep 2) 7+.

Experts reveal a different picture of the Dark Ages, as they unravel the mysteries of the treasure hoard unearthed by a metal detector enthusiast in 2009. 7+.

Off the coast of Sweden, can experts find the battleship the Mars, which vanished over 450 years ago and is shrouded in legend and mystery? 7+.

Marianna reveals the most intense and unexpected moments, whether it's dodging a bullet or nearly getting caught in the crossfire during an interview. (1 of 2) 18+.

A ship breaks a Baltimore bridge, a Dutch stadium loses its top, a Manhattan crane catches fire, a crooked English pub and a "poonami" in China. (S2, ep 1) 7+.

From bridges to highways, skyscrapers to supermarkets, these are just some of the structures showcased in Construction Fails. (S2, ep 2) 7+.

Crown Of Thorns & The Living Dead: Investigators analyse evidence of an ancient mass murder in the Andes, and scrutinise a thorn said to be from Jesus's crucifixion crown.

Vampire Killers & Green Children Mystery: Experts follow the trail of the oldest suspected vampire and delve into sightings of two alien-like children in an English village. 7+.

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Chad joins the salvage team tasked with tearing apart the North Sea's 24,200-tonne Brent Delta oil platform. (S1, ep 4) 7+.

Two planes collide in the skies above southern Germany and the catastrophe is witnessed by scores of people on the ground. (S24, 8 of 10) 7+.

Looks at the Uberlingen plane crash that killed 45 children. A man who lost his family later murdered the air traffic controller who was on duty. 7+.

In 1945, an American submarine Commander receives an order to hunt Japanese submarines tasked with secretly evacuating VIPs from the Philippines. (3 of 6) 7+.

Looks at the Nazi occupation and defence of Norway - a frontline from which Hitler could attack the Soviet Union and build an atomic bomb. (S4, ep 4) 7+.

Examine the startling events of Helios Flight 522, which crashed into the side of a mountain when all on board inexplicably slipped into unconsciousness. 7+.

After taking off from Taiwan, a China Airlines 747 suddenly disappeared from radar and crash-landed, killing 225 people. Researchers try to find out why. 7+.

WWII was a war in the skies. Despite the Treaty of Versailles, Germany fostered air clubs to gain aerial supremacy. (S1, ep 2) 7+.

Spiculus becomes a superstar in Rome's brutal arenas. Rewarded with wealth and privilege, he fights for glory.

When a mountain blizzard causes a double accident, Bjoern is forced to call his rivals for help. (S7, ep 5) 7+.

A ship breaks a Baltimore bridge, a Dutch stadium loses its top, a Manhattan crane catches fire, a crooked English pub and a "poonami" in China. (S2, ep 1) 7+.

Just after takeoff, a plane plummets to the ground, killing all on board. Investigators find one of the causes to be out of date passenger weight calculations. 7+.

Flying from the Kathmandu to Pokhara, Yeti Airlines Flight 691 stalls and crashes into a gorge where investigators find a scene of annihilation. (S25, ep 8) 7+.

A C-130 firebomber crashes while battling an epic Australian wildfire. And ATSB investigators must determine the cause within an active fire zone. (S24, 3 of 10) 7+.

The waters protected by the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard are frequently trafficked by drug smugglers from surrounding countries. (S2, ep 2) 7+.

After clearing the Manx2 Flight 7100 for landing, controllers at Ireland's Cork Airport are shocked when it crashes into the runway. (S13, ep 9) 7+.

Tim and Fuzz take on carpenter Mike's 1980 Ford Escort RS2000 in the aftermath of his son's road accident. (S10, ep 4) 7+.

Customs and Border Protection in Philadelphia discover ketamine hidden in clothing and human remains manifested as Halloween decorations. 7+.

Mariana embarks on a 3,000-mile journey from Africa to the Middle East to uncover how black market oil is fuelling terrorist groups around the globe. (S1, ep 6) 18+.

Fire trucks carry firefighters into battle every day. Pierce Fire Trucks build 18,000 of them every year. This is the story of how they are made. (S1, ep 5) 7+.

OneWeb Satellites in Florida reveal how they're making the world's first mass-produced satellites, providing internet to almost every part of the globe. (S1, ep 12) 7+.

Discover the secrets behind a legendary hot sauce, a century-old cereal, barista-worthy chocolate bars, and hard-boiled eggs by the thousands. (S4, ep 26) 7+.

Get the scoop on red liquorice candy, spicy Sriracha mayonnaise, flaky Turkish bourekas, and an irresistible dark chocolate cookie. (S5, ep 1) 7+.

Staff at the Columbus Zoo work around the clock to save a mandrill named Tatu who's in a life-or-death struggle. (S1, ep 9) 7+.

The entire zoo is on baby watch as Phoebe the elephant goes into labor. Meanwhile, a family of flying foxes get their annual exam. (S1, ep 11) 7+.

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Chad joins the team charged with stripping down and rebuilding the biggest cargo plane ever. (S1, ep 5) 7+.

After an extensive retrofit, three Airborne Express pilots board a modified DC-8 cargo plane for a routine test flight that ends in disaster. (S24, ep 9 of 10) 7+.

The Roman Empire once controlled 25% of the world's population. Now, archaeologists are excavating this vast frontier. (S2, ep 5) 7+.

When Hitler sends U-Boats to protect his troops, a German sub rushes towards the fjords leading to Narvik - the scene of two major naval battles. (4 of 6) 7+.

A look at how Hitler's vast network of railways became the lifeblood of the Nazi empire, spreading Hitler's ambition and control across Europe. (S4, ep 1) 7+.

Documentary looking at the tragic circumstances of the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, which was the largest terrorist attack on Americans before the events of 9/11. 7+.

In September 1989, Partnair Flight 394 crashed into the sea killing all 55 people on board. Follow the review of the biggest air disaster in Norwegian history. 7+.

Hitler was famously against using chemical and biological weapons but chemistry and biological science still played a role in the Nazi's quest for power.

The Battle for the Black Swan: Archaeologists and treasure hunters battle over half a billion dollars worth of gold. Who will win the fight for the Black Swan? (S4, ep 7) 7+.

Jo Roger's rookies are put to the test with a triple rescue, but the mission gets off to a rocky start when their most powerful truck gets stuck. (S7, ep 6) 7+.

From bridges to highways, skyscrapers to supermarkets, these are just some of the structures showcased in Construction Fails. (S2, ep 2) 7+.

A DC-9 is caught in a storm so severe that hailstones crack the cockpit windshield, causing the plane to plummet to the ground. Miraculously 20 people survive. 7+.

Rare colour footage shows how Hitler revealed his haunting mission to save Germany. But few would listen to the mediocre artist... until the 1929 economic crisis. (1 of 2) 7+.

Colour footage reveals how Germany sank into despair. With no-one to defend democracy, Hitler becomes chancellor. He advocates peace but the Nazis prepare for war. (2 of 2) 7+.

After being invaded by the Germans in the west and the Soviets in the east in 1939, the Poles were liberated during the Battle of Barbarossa.

Flying from the Kathmandu to Pokhara, Yeti Airlines Flight 691 stalls and crashes into a gorge where investigators find a scene of annihilation. (S25, ep 8) 7+.