Sky Documentaries

Sky Documentaries

Uncover the story behind the story with Sky Documentaries - from headline-grabbing scandals and celebrity biographies to sporting moments and the real, fascinating stories of everyday people.

United Kingdom

TV-gids - woensdag, 15-05-24

00:10
Dan Carter: A Perfect 10
In a revealing documentary, follow former New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter's journey from small town childhood to two-time World Cup winner and global rugby union icon.
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02:00
Dettori
The epic but intimate story of the world's greatest jockey, Frankie Dettori: the rock star of racing and one of the most decorated sportsmen of all time.
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04:10
 Steven Soderbergh: The Directors
A look at the life and career of an Oscar-winning director known for his approach and hits such as Erin Brockovich and Ocean's Eleven. (S8, ep 2)
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05:05
 Discovering: Alain Delon
A glimpse into the life of French star and winner of the 2019 Honorary Palme d'Or, Alain Delon. (S10, ep 12)
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06:00
 Dark Horses: Italy's World Cup Triumph
Italy face Australia, coached by Guus Hiddink, the manager who eliminated them in the previous World Cup, before receiving some shocking news. (2 of 4)
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07:00
 Discovering: Maggie Smith
A look at the life of Academy Award-winning Maggie Smith. From Harry Potter to Downton Abbey, her huge portfolio makes her one of the UK's most recognisable actresses. (S10, ep 13)
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08:00
 Milos Forman: The Directors
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. (S8, ep 3)
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09:00
 McMillion$
An insider reveals the details of the scam. The FBI interviews another suspicious past 'winner'. Mounting pressure leads to sudden danger for the Colombos. (S1, ep 3)
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10:00
 Scouting for Girls: Fashion's Darkest Secret
New & Exclusive. The Allure: Docuseries exposing the abusive behaviours of a group of men behind the world's most successful modelling agencies. (1 of 3)
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11:00
 Janet Jackson
An intimate portrait of Janet Jackson, in which the superstar herself speaks candidly about her early years, career and the defining moments of her life. (3 of 4)
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12:00
Dave Not Coming Back
The story of two divers who embarked on a long and dangerous mission to retrieve a dead body from a freshwater cave in South Africa, with devastating consequences.
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14:00
The Man Who Stole The Scream
The extraordinary story of the theft of Edvard Munch's painting, The Scream, and a game of cat and mouse between an art-loving thief and a maverick Scotland Yard detective.
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16:00
 Milos Forman: The Directors
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. (S8, ep 3)
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17:00
 Discovering: Maggie Smith
A look at the life of Academy Award-winning Maggie Smith. From Harry Potter to Downton Abbey, her huge portfolio makes her one of the UK's most recognisable actresses. (S10, ep 13)
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18:00
 McMillion$
An insider reveals the details of the scam. The FBI interviews another suspicious past 'winner'. Mounting pressure leads to sudden danger for the Colombos. (S1, ep 3)
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19:00
 Urban Secrets
Alan Cumming's tour of the UK continues as he uncovers more secrets in urban areas. This week, he's in Brighton where he travels from the toy museum to the Royal Pavilion. (2/8)
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20:00
 Janet Jackson
An intimate portrait of Janet Jackson, in which the superstar herself speaks candidly about her early years, career and the defining moments of her life. (3 of 4)
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21:00
Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes
BAFTA-nominated Sky Original documentary telling the story of the devastating Chernobyl disaster, revealing newly discovered footage and deeply personal interviews with those affected.
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23:00
 The Jinx Part Two
New & Exclusive. The Unluckiest Man in the World: Confidant Stewart Altman defends Durst on the stand, but crucial new details are revealed when his wife Emily testifies. (4 of 6)
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TV-gids - donderdag, 16-05-24

00:00
On The Record
Filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering investigate the sexual assault allegations made against Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons by over 20 women.
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02:00
Bully. Coward. Victim. The Story of Roy Cohn
Filmmaker Ivy Meeropol investigates the controversial yet fascinating life of high profile New York broker Roy Cohn.
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04:00
 Milos Forman: The Directors
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. (S8, ep 3)
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05:00
 Discovering: Maggie Smith
A look at the life of Academy Award-winning Maggie Smith. From Harry Potter to Downton Abbey, her huge portfolio makes her one of the UK's most recognisable actresses. (S10, ep 13)
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06:00
 Dark Horses: Italy's World Cup Triumph
It's heartbreak for World Cup hosts Germany as Fabio Grosso and Alessandro Del Piero score deep into extra-time to secure Italy a spot in the final. (3 of 4)
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07:00
 Discovering: Ben Kingsley
A look at the Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his starring role in Gandhi. He has also appeared in films such as Shutter Island and Iron Man 3. (S11, ep 1)
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08:00
 Richard linklater: The Directors
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock. (S8, ep 4)
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09:00
McMillion$
With Gennaro Colombo hospitalised, Jerome Jacobson scouts for new recruiters. The FBI learn more about Uncle Jerry's middlemen. (S1, ep 4)
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10:00
 Scouting for Girls: Fashion's Darkest Secret
New & Exclusive. The Reality: Docuseries exposing the abusive behaviours of a group of men behind the world's most successful modelling agencies. (2 of 3)
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11:00
 Janet Jackson
An intimate portrait of Janet Jackson, in which the superstar herself speaks candidly about her early years, career and the defining moments of her life. (4 of 4)
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12:00
 The Crime Of The Century
Two-part documentary from Oscar winner Alex Gibney, exploring the origins and fallout of America's devastating opioid epidemic, and the part Big Pharma has played. (1 of 2)
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14:00
 The Crime Of The Century
Part two of Oscar winner Alex Gibney's documentary exploring the origins and fallout of America's devastating opioid epidemic, and the part Big Pharma has played. (2 of 2)
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16:10
 Richard linklater: The Directors
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock. (S8, ep 4)
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17:05
 Discovering: Ben Kingsley
A look at the Academy Award-winning actor, best known for his starring role in Gandhi. He has also appeared in films such as Shutter Island and Iron Man 3. (S11, ep 1)
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18:00
McMillion$
With Gennaro Colombo hospitalised, Jerome Jacobson scouts for new recruiters. The FBI learn more about Uncle Jerry's middlemen. (S1, ep 4)
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19:00
 Urban Secrets
In Bristol, Alan uncovers a grisly secret at the docks before his journey takes him deep underground in Clifton. He also visits the city's first speakeasy. (3/8)
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20:00
 Janet Jackson
An intimate portrait of Janet Jackson, in which the superstar herself speaks candidly about her early years, career and the defining moments of her life. (4 of 4)
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21:00
 Dublin Narcos
Ordinary Decent Criminals: Heroin arrives in 1980s Ireland and sweeps across Dublin. Larry Dunne senses an opportunity and rises to the fore. Strong language. (1 of 3)
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