19 History Channel Documentaries
19 titles
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Caligula: 1400 Days of TerrorMovie · 2012 · 88mThis two-hour History Channel special explores new theories about Caligula, the Roman Emperor known for his cruel and tyrannical rule over the vast Roman Empire. His reign of terror spanned just 1,400 days, but his name remains infamous. Often dismissed as insane, was he truly mad? This special reveals lesser-known details about one of the most notorious figures in ancient history.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.4 - 2
Killing JesusMovie · 2015 · 132m · TV Movie, Drama, FantasyThe life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth unfolded against a backdrop of major social and political upheaval, culminating in his execution and profoundly altering the course of history.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.3 - 3
Nuremberg: Goering's Last StandMovie · 2006 · 99mIn 1946, the Nuremberg Trials bring Hermann Göring and other Nazi leaders to justice. Inside the prison, Göring orchestrates a dangerous psychological manipulation of both the guards and those convicted of the Holocaust.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 4
National TreasureMovie · 2004 · 131m · Adventure, Action, MysteryArchaeologist Ben Gates and his team hunt for a legendary treasure hidden by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin during the Revolutionary War. The treasure's location is believed to be revealed through clues hidden within the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and Gates must find it before his rivals do.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 5
Race to Witch MountainMovie · 2009 · 98m · Adventure, Family, FantasyA taxi driver's ordinary night takes a turn when he picks up two teenage runaways. The teens have extraordinary abilities and are fleeing from those who want to harm them.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 6
SidewaysMovie · 2004 · 127m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceTwo men in their middle years take a spiritual trip through California's wine country. One is an unpublished novelist battling depression, while the other is about to get married.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 7
GettysburgMovie · 2011 · 86mThis film explores the Battle of Gettysburg, examining the conflict through both individual experiences and the broader military strategy.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.8 - 8
The Egyptian Book of the DeadMovie · 2006 · 100mThis documentary explores the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead, a scroll dating back to 1880 BCE that was lost for nearly a thousand years before being rediscovered in 1887.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0 - 9
Capsized: Blood in the WaterMovie · 2019 · 83mThis film is based on the true story of a terrifying shark attack in October 1982. When a yacht traveling to Florida sinks in a sudden storm, the surviving crew members are stranded in the cold Atlantic. They face days adrift and become targets for a pack of tiger sharks. As rescue seems impossible, the crew fights desperately to stay alive while the sharks relentlessly hunt them.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.9 - 10
102 Minutes That Changed AmericaMovie · 2008 · 102m · DocumentaryThis film depicts the events of September 11, 2001, as captured by various video cameras throughout New York City. The footage follows the unfolding tragedy from the initial impact on the first World Trade Center tower, continuing through to the aftermath of both towers' collapse.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.5 - 11
First ApocalypseMovie · 2009 · 60mScientists are questioning the widely accepted meteor impact as the cause of the dinosaurs' extinction. This program examines the evidence and explores other possible explanations. It also highlights that many plant and animal species currently facing danger survived the Cretaceous-Paleogene (K-Pg) extinction event, suggesting a new mass extinction may be underway. Even if a mass extinction is avoided, shifting climate patterns could pose problems for humanity in 10,000 years with a potential new ice age. Additionally, North Americans face the risk of a volcanic eruption from the Yellowstone supervolcano, which is long overdue.IMDb 6.9 - 12
Nostradamus: 21st Century Prophecies RevealedMovie · 2015 · 88mThis documentary explores the astonishing accuracy of Nostradamus' prophecies, which seem to foreshadow modern disasters like 9/11, Pacific tsunamis, and the 2014 Ebola outbreak. It reveals a new analysis of the famed prophet, suggesting he may have possessed a unique ability to foresee the future. The film proposes that this gift might be accessible to everyone. Ultimately, it asks: if Nostradamus accurately predicted so much history, what does the future hold?IMDb 4.7TMDB 10.0 - 13
Jim Thorpe: Lit by LightningMovie · 2025 · 90m · Documentary, TV Movie"Jim Thorpe: An Extraordinary Journey" is a documentary exploring the inspiring life and legacy of Jim Thorpe, a remarkable Native American athlete who transformed 20th-century sports. The film examines his incredible athletic accomplishments and the racial prejudice he encountered throughout his life.
Using interviews and Thorpe's writings, the documentary features Native American scholars, historians, athletes, and sports commentators. They offer insights into Thorpe's impact on sports and the challenges he faced as a Native American in a white-dominated world.
The film highlights Thorpe's resilience and determination, serving as both a tribute to his athletic greatness and a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality in sports and society.IMDb 7.2TMDB 5.5 - 14
50 Years of Star TrekMovie · 2016 · 86mFor half a century, America has been captivated by Star Trek, which premiered in September 1966. This two-hour documentary commemorates the 50th anniversary with interviews featuring cast and crew from all the television series and original movies.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 15
The Dark FilesMovie · 2017 · 86m"The Dark Files" is an investigative docu-drama following former CIA operative Barry Eisler, award-winning journalist Steve Volk, and documentarian Christopher Garetano as they investigate the myths, conspiracies, and allegations surrounding Camp Hero, a deserted military base in Montauk, Long Island.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.8 - 16
Hacksaw RidgeMovie · 2016 · 139m · Drama, History, WarDuring the Battle of Okinawa in World War II, Desmond T. Doss, an American Army medic, refuses to take a life on religious grounds. He becomes the first conscientious objector in U.S. history to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.2 - 17
The Rise and Fall of El ChapoMovie · 2016 · 82mThis film chronicles the life and rise to power of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, the notorious leader of a major Mexican drug cartel.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 18
Lost Book of NostradamusMovie · 2007 · 91mNostradamus, renowned for his seemingly prophetic predictions of major world events, is the subject of a new discovery. The History Channel unveils a recently found manuscript, possibly penned and illustrated by the famous prophet. Hidden for over 400 years, the book *Prophecy of the Roman Popes* may contain new prophecies, including those concerning the Middle East and the end of the world. This documentary analyzes the book to clarify Nostradamus' most famous predictions, using forensic analysis to verify its authenticity. CGI animation and dramatic recreations illustrate the text and artwork. *The Lost Book of Nostradamus* explores the man behind the myth and the meaning of his final prophecies.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.6 - 19
Desert OneMovie · 2019 · 107mThis is the true story of a highly secretive and incredibly risky operation to rescue American hostages held during the 1979 Iranian Revolution.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.2
