Documentary / Biography

Journalist Terry Anderson was kidnapped and then held prisoner by Muslim extremists for seven years. On the 20th anniversary of his eventual release, National Geographic investigates his near-death ordeal as a hostage. American Hostage reveals Terry Anderson's harrowing experience from the man himself: "They...

In the ultimate canine ancestral story, National Geographic explores the genetic journey from wolf to dog. Travel back 100,000 years to meet the "mother of all dogs" and trace the evolution of her descendents over the eons, even as we evolved ourselves -- from...

<p>Bob Fosse is a visionary filmmaker and one of theater's most influential choreographers and directors. Gwen Verdon is the greatest Broadway dancer of all time. Fosse/Verdon will tell the story of these two brilliant, complicated individuals -- the love they shared, the art they...

<p>Her girl-next-door looks combined with a sultry singing voice made Alice Faye one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the Golden Age of Cinema. It's the gay '90s and headliner Lillian Russell (Alice Faye) is unstoppable! Called "The English Ballad Singer," her beauty, charm and...

<p>His career spanned seven decades. He directed over 100 films. He made patriotic and mythological American-themed films. John Ford was one of the most iconic directors of the twentieth century, who brilliantly and poignantly captured the American Dream on the big screen. Becoming John...

<p>Based on the shocking, true story of a criminal gang who terrorized Brooklyn for years, and featuring a stellar performance by Peter Falk in an Oscar -nominated early role, Murder, Inc. delivers a terrifying tale of corruption in a vast criminal underworld that has...

<p>The story of eminent American tragedian Edwin Booth (Richard Burton), whose life and career is thrown into turmoil with the death of his wife and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln by his younger brother John Wilkes Booth (John Derek).</p>

<p>This Cold War story tells the true tale of Igor Gouzenko, an ordinary code clerk working in the Soviet embassy in 1940s Canada. When Gouzenko realizes his government is trafficking atomic secrets through his office, and that his Canadian hosts are less of a...

<p>This biopic tells the story of the life of Pitt the Younger who served during the Napoleonic era and became Prime Minister of Great Britain at the age of 24. Robert Donat, Robert Morley, Phyllis Calvert, and John Mills star in this 1942 classic.</p>

<p>Fredric March stars in this biography of 16th century sculptor Benvenuto Cellini. Set against the rich lushness of the Florence Renaissance, the story follows the artist as he woos the town Duchess. Constance Bennett, Frank Morgan, and Fay Wray also star in the film.</p>

<p>In this romantic comedy, the four-and-a-half-year-old Dionne Quintuplets play the talented and charming Wyatt Quintuplets in a story that includes singing, dancing, and playing with puppies. Jean Hersholt, Claire Trevor, and Cesar Romero also star in the entertaining romp.</p>

<p>The intrigues and counter-intrigues that swirled around 17th century statesman Cardinal Richelieu and his attempt to thwart the insidious passion behind King Louis XIII of France. Starring George Arliss, Maureen O'Sullivan, Edward Arnold and Cesar Romero.</p>

<p>Dan Dailey and Betty Grable star as a young man and woman, whom team up as performers during the age of vaudeville and soon fall in love. The story of their rise to fame, and the subsequent professional and personal setbacks, is told in...

<p>Glenn Ford plays Ben Hogan in the inspiring biographical film of the golf legend. The film also stars Anne Baxter and many sports figures of the day, including Jimmy Demaret, Carry Middlecoff, Grantland Rice and Sam Snead.</p>

<p>A biopic based on the life of Major League Baseball Hall of Fame pitching ace "Dizzy" Dean, following his bumpy rise from minor leaguer to World Series great, to beloved broadcaster. This ACADEMY AWARD -nominated film (Writing, 1952) stars Dan Dailey as Dizzy Dean.</p>

<p>A documentary portrayal of the cultural and social forces which led the world to war in the 1930s and 1940s. Starting with the rise of the Third Reich and their leader Adolf Hitler. As they enter the war it is shown in all its...

<p>Highlighted by actual aerial footage from World War II, this Oscar winning documentary follows the battles, and the men who fought them, while stationed on American aircraft carriers in the Pacific ocean.</p>

<p>A glimpse into the life of writer and poet Edgar Allan Poe, his unhappy childhood, the women who loved him, and his driving ambition to write.</p>

<p>Woodrow Wilson moves from his position as the head of Princeton to the Governorship of New Jersey to the White House, where he eventually uses all of his efforts to end World War I.</p>

<p>This historic film recounts the achievements of Baron Robert Clive, the Englishman who deposed the tyrants of India and secured the British presence in eighteenth century India.</p>

<p>The fascinating biography of the famed inventor of the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell.</p>

<p>A musical biopic centering on sentimental songwriter Joe E. Howard, a humble 19th-century organ salesman who rises to Broadway fame as the composer of several maudlin ballads. Along the way, he enjoys several romantic interludes.</p>

<p>Set in the 1920s, the story depicts the partnership of DeSylva, Brown, and Henderson, who team up to write songs for the George White Scandals, and the problems they incur as success grows. The story includes romance, nostalgic tunes, and good dance routines.</p>

<p>Musical biopic based on the life and career of impresario (and Russian immigrant) Sol Hurok who, despite having no musical talent of his own, fostered the careers of many who did.</p>

<p>The true story of Agnes Newton Keith's imprisonment in several Japanese prisoner-of-war camps from 1941 to the end of WWII.</p>

<p>Little Old New York is the exciting film drama of innovator Robert Fulton and his invention of the steam engine.</p>

Amid high-profile controversies surrounding free speech and racial equality, former American Civil Liberties Union Executive Director Ira Glasser reflects on his life at the forefront of defending the rights of all Americans, from civil rights leaders to neo-Nazis.

Amid high-profile controversies surrounding free speech and racial equality, former American Civil Liberties Union Executive Director Ira Glasser reflects on his life at the forefront of defending the rights of all Americans, from civil rights leaders to neo-Nazis.

Technological advancement, economic development, population increase - are they signs of a thriving society? Or too much of a good thing? Executive Produced by Martin Scorsese, this provocative documentary explores the concept of progress in our modern world, guiding us through the major "progress...

One of the most significant UFO events in history, Travis Walton's 1975 UFO experience comes alive in this 90-minute documentary. His trauma and transition after a mysterious beam of light strikes him unconscious.

The ultimate feature documentary about Hollywood's favorite Top Gun fighter. Get ready to strap in and watch the Navy's top aviators tell their never-before-heard stories of what it was like flying the legendary F-14 Tomcat!

Spellbinding accounts of personal encounters with life after death from people of all walks of life, including doctors and nurses who have seen spirit visitations and related strange phenomena.

The great inequality divide in America is no accident. Tax Broke tells the story of how one of the poorest cities in America has made a small group of developers rich. A history of fleecing of a great American city.

An investigation into the 1993 case in which Michael Jackson was accused of sexually molesting a 13-year-old boy. The film strategically uncovers new evidence and information through interviews with people closest to the situation.

Captain Frank Worsley signs on as Captain of the Endurance to deliver Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew to Antarctica. When the expedition ship is crushed, Worsley's seamanship and navigational skills saves them all.

Marine 1st Lt. Mike Scotti keeps a video diary of his experiences during the first several months of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Expert researchers reveal the truth behind NASA UFO sightings, military involvement and cover-ups in a journey spanning five decades. Discover the reality of UFO activity in outer space and our atmosphere.

Risky Business: A Look Inside America's Adult Film Industry examines the social, psychological, and economic impact of performing in adult films. It also exposes the occupational health and safety risks that performers face when making adult films.

An Army Ranger quick reaction force attempts to rescue a patrol pinned down on a mountaintop in southeast Afghanistan. They have no idea that within twelve hours five of them will lie dead in the mountain snow after an intense and deadly battle.

Why do we cherish dogs the way we do? How much would you risk for a dog? Through the lens of three heart-tugging, riveting, and inspiring stories, Life Love Dogs explores the intense emotional bonds we share with our dogs.

The true story of Francis Miller, the first deputy marshal in the Old West. Hoping to find the killer of her husband, Miller must prove she can hold her own with the men in the posse hunting down a vicious outlaw.

As the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President Kennedy approaches, this film uncovers the final proof of what happened that day in Dallas. By enhancing the famous Zapruder film, using new technology, we finally see what happened to J.F.K.

The horrific stories are true... The houses are real... Exclusive private tours and real paranormal investigations inside some of the most haunted houses in the world.

One week after a mild car accident, a 45-year-old man suffers total amnesia. He embarks upon a new life with a new wife far away from his family. Sixteen years later, his oldest son returns with a camera to find out why his father's...

A group of 33 young activists set out to confront anti-gay policies at conservative colleges, but not without daily abuse, harassment, and arrest. This uplifting story demonstrates the power of young people to make a difference for equality.

Humanity has backed itself into an ecological endgame as we approach the year 2050. Featuring Moby and prominent scientists, ENDGAME 2050 lays out the reality that, unless we act urgently now, we are hastening our own destruction.

Elvis and Priscilla are one of the most famous celebrity couples of all time. But the story that lies beneath the glamorous facade is more toxic than what first meets the eye.

From gov't docs, and statements from the best witnesses available, Dark Legacy produces a thoroughly substantiated criminal indictment of the JFK killing, establishing beyond a reasonable doubt the conspiracy to assassinate John F. Kennedy.

The Earthing Movie is a documentary that reveals the scientific phenomenon of how we can heal our bodies by doing the simplest thing that a person can do- standing barefoot on the earth.

Three friends, two idealistic Christian activists, and one atheist skeptic, attempt to live in extreme poverty ($1.25/day) across three continents.