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If it's out there, it's in here. Thousands of documentary films & non-fiction series on-demand, however you stream video, all around the world.

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Homicide detective Rod Demery and forensic scientist and professor Turi King face a chilling mystery: a skeleton in a remote Scottish sea cave, dating back to the time of the Picts. Who killed this victim—a ruthless sea raider, a pagan, or a rival leader?

Join Detective @rdemery and Professor @Turi__King as they use modern forensics to solve history’s most intriguing Ancient Murder Mysteries. The truth has been buried for centuries… until now.

Watch "Unearthed: Ancient Murder Mysteries" on Curiosity Stream.
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Thousands of aircraft were lost during World War II.

Some crash-landed. Some were recovered. And some simply vanished—taking their stories and crews with them.

Among them was one of the most iconic aircraft of the war: the B-17 Flying Fortress.

Designed to withstand incredible damage and armed with defensive guns covering nearly every angle, the B-17 became a symbol of Allied air power. Its reputation for bringing crews home despite devastating combat earned it legendary status.

But not every Flying Fortress made it back.

In War Wrecks: The Last Flight of the Calvi B-17, investigators retrace the story of a missing bomber and the mystery surrounding its final mission, uncovering clues hidden for decades beneath the landscape of war.

More than 80 years later, these discoveries continue to honor the crews who flew some of the most dangerous missions of World War II.

Watch War Wrecks now on Curiosity Stream.

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In the waters of the Amazon, something massive is watching. 🐍🌊

Dan O’Neill joins herpetologist Dr. Juliana Terra in southern Brazil on a dangerous mission: to find and film the largest living anacondas on the planet.

But in the middle of the river, the hunt becomes something else entirely.

Green anacondas are masters of camouflage—silent, patient, and nearly invisible beneath the surface. And during mating season, the biggest females can be even harder to track… and even harder to predict.

What happens when you’re swimming in the same waters as a river giant?

Explore the encounter in Giants: Anacondas, streaming now on Curiosity Stream.

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The World’s Slowest, Weirdest Snackers? 🍄🪨

Think fungi only break down dead wood? Think again.

Some of nature’s most fascinating organisms have a truly unexpected appetite… they can help break down rock itself.

Hidden beneath our feet, vast underground fungal networks called mycelium release powerful organic acids that slowly dissolve minerals from stone—unlocking nutrients trapped inside solid rock. Over time, this invisible chemical process helps turn lifeless surfaces into the building blocks for soil, plants, and eventually, entire ecosystems.

What looks like “nothing happening” is actually one of the most important forces shaping life on Earth.

Explore how fungi helped build our world in The Kingdom: How Fungi Made Our World, streaming now on Curiosity Stream. 📺
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Resting silently on the floor of the English Channel lies a relic of D-Day—a tank that never made it to shore.

When divers discover the remains of an M4 Sherman tank off Omaha Beach, they begin piecing together a remarkable story from June 6, 1944.

Unlike most tanks of World War II, this one wasn't meant to stay on land.

It was a Duplex Drive tank: a specially modified Sherman equipped with a flotation screen and propellers, designed to swim through rough seas and provide armored support during the Normandy invasion.

More than 80 years later, these underwater wrecks remain frozen in time, offering archaeologists and historians a rare glimpse into one of the most ambitious engineering experiments of World War II.

In *War Wrecks: The Lost Tanks of D-Day*, divers investigate these submerged machines and uncover the mystery of why Allied commanders attempted to turn 35-ton tanks into seagoing craft.

On this D-Day anniversary, we remember the courage, sacrifice, and ingenuity that shaped one of history's most important days.

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Today, we remember the courage, sacrifice, and determination of the thousands of Allied soldiers who landed on the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.

D-Day was one of the largest amphibious invasions in history: over 150,000 troops, thousands of ships, and tens of thousands of vehicles were deployed in a mission that helped change the course of World War II.

Among the most ambitious innovations of the invasion were the "Duplex Drive" Sherman tanks—35-ton armored vehicles specially modified to float and swim through rough seas before reaching the beaches.

Designed to give Allied troops critical armored support during the assault, these remarkable machines represented both the ingenuity and the immense risks of Operation Overlord.

In War Wrecks: The Lost Tanks of D-Day, historians and underwater archaeologists investigate the fate of these extraordinary vehicles and uncover one of the most fascinating stories hidden beneath the waters off Normandy.

On this D-Day anniversary, we honor those who served and sacrificed, and remember the courage that helped shape history.

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By the end of 1943, World War II had already been raging for three long years.

On the Western Front, the Allies turned to a massive strategic bombing campaign—sending armadas of aircraft deep into enemy territory to strike at the industrial heart of the Nazi war machine.

Refineries, factories, and supply lines became critical targets. The goal was simple, but devastating: cripple the production that fueled the war.

But control of the skies was far from guaranteed.

Every day, hundreds of B-17 Flying Fortresses took off from bases in England and southern Italy, heading into heavily defended airspace on missions where survival was never certain.

As we reflect on the legacy of World War II and the anniversary of D-Day, stories like these remind us of the scale of sacrifice that shaped the outcome of the war—both on the ground and in the air.

War Wrecks: The Last Flight of the Calvi B-17 explores the aircraft, missions, and human stories behind these perilous flights.

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On June 6, we remember the courage, sacrifice, and extraordinary coordination behind D-Day. But one question often goes unasked: Could the Allies have succeeded without air power?

Discover the aviation strategy that helped make the largest amphibious invasion in history possible in D-Day: Wings of Victory. Watch now on Curiosity Stream.

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Built during the intense early days of the Space Race, Vostok 1 was designed with one goal in mind: get a human into orbit, fast. Rather than chasing complexity, Soviet engineers focused on a design that was simple, rugged, and reliable—and it changed history forever.

Experience the incredible story behind humanity's journey into space through rare archival footage, firsthand accounts, and expert insights in The Space Shuttle, narrated by William Shatner.

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🦈 How big can a great white shark get?

Dan O'Neill joins marine scientists on a mission to find, film, and measure some of the largest sharks on Earth in the waters off South Australia.

Watch Giants: Sharks now on Curiosity Stream

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📡 On this day in 1896, inventor Guglielmo Marconi applied for the first patent for a wireless telegraph system in the United Kingdom.

At a time when scientists believed radio signals couldn't travel beyond the horizon, Marconi had a different idea. In 1901, he successfully received a wireless transmission sent across the Atlantic Ocean—proving that long-distance wireless communication was possible.

That breakthrough helped pave the way for modern radio, wireless communication, and even technologies that would later contribute to radar. It also helped save lives at sea, as wireless distress signals became an essential part of maritime safety.

The most remarkable part? Marconi didn't invent radio waves. His genius was recognizing how a scientific discovery could be transformed into something practical that would change the world.

Watch more incredible stories about history's greatest innovators, leaders, and visionaries in The Greats on Curiosity Stream.
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✨ "What do you wear to bed?"

Marilyn Monroe's answer became one of the most famous quotes in pop culture history:

"Chanel No. 5."

With a single playful remark, Monroe transformed a luxury perfume into a cultural icon. It was more than glamour—it was a masterclass in influence.

Nearly 100 years after her birth, Marilyn remains one of the most recognizable and influential women in modern history.

In The Art of Seduction: The Power of Women, discover how Marilyn Monroe captivated audiences, shaped trends, and built one of the most enduring personal brands of the 20th century.

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🎂 Happy Birthday, Marilyn Monroe

On her birthday, we're looking back at the woman whose charisma captivated millions and helped redefine celebrity culture. With a unique blend of vulnerability, confidence, and undeniable star power, Marilyn turned everything she touched into a phenomenon—from Hollywood films to fashion trends and even diamonds themselves.

But what made her influence so powerful?

Discover how Marilyn Monroe became one of history's most iconic seducers in The Art of Seduction: The Power of Women on Curiosity Stream.
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Eyes wide open… or not yet ready to see the world? 🐣

Not all baby birds hatch the same way.

Some birds, called precocial species — like ducks and chickens — arrive ready for action, with open eyes, fluffy feathers, and the ability to walk or swim within hours.

Others, known as altricial birds — like robins and owls — hatch blind, featherless, and completely dependent on their parents for survival.

Two completely different starts to life, each perfectly adapted to the environments these birds call home. Nature always finds a way. 🌿

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Long before modern engineering, the builders of Notre-Dame developed astonishing techniques to create one of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces. ⛪🪨

To construct the cathedral’s massive arches and vaulted ceilings with perfect symmetry, medieval stonemasons carefully marked each stone by hand — creating a kind of centuries-old assembly system that ensured every piece fit precisely into place.

Builders also used intricate wooden scaffolding, hand-powered lifting machines, and geometric design principles far ahead of their time. Every arch, column, and support was engineered to distribute enormous weight while allowing the cathedral’s walls to soar higher and higher toward the sky.

More than 850 years later, many of these original construction secrets are still being studied by historians, architects, and engineers today.

Rebuilding Notre Dame explores the incredible craftsmanship, science, and ingenuity behind one of humanity’s most iconic structures.

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Small at birth… but built for greatness. 🐍

A baby anaconda may enter the world just a few feet long, but it already carries the instincts of one of nature’s most powerful predators.

From its very first moments, it’s learning to hunt, survive, and navigate a world where only the strongest endure.

Over time, this young snake will grow into a true giant — capable of overpowering prey far larger than itself through sheer strength and precision.

This is the slow, astonishing journey from hatchling to apex predator.

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On April 15, 2019, the world watched in shock as flames consumed the roof of the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. 🔥⛪

The cathedral’s massive wooden framework — much of it built from centuries-old oak — was devastated in the fire, and scientists and historians are still uncovering how medieval builders engineered such an extraordinary structure in the first place.

Now, after one of the most ambitious restoration projects in modern history, Notre-Dame has officially reopened to the public following a five-year reconstruction effort involving more than 2,000 artisans, architects, engineers, and historians. The cathedral’s iconic spire has been rebuilt, damaged stonework restored, and thousands of historic details painstakingly preserved.

Rebuilding Notre Dame takes you inside the science, craftsmanship, and mystery behind saving one of the world’s most treasured landmarks.

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Wolves don’t just howl into the night — they sing for survival. 🐺🎶

Every howl carries meaning. It can rally the pack, warn rivals to stay away, or help wolves find one another across miles of wilderness. Together, their voices form a haunting chorus where each wolf contributes its own unique tone.

But these calls are about more than communication — they’re about territory, loyalty, and survival in the wild.

In nature, every sound has a purpose.

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A moment few people on Earth ever get to witness. 🐅🌿

Deep in the wilderness of Nepal, @grizzlyguy and his tracking team come face-to-face with one of nature’s most elusive predators: a wild tiger basking peacefully in the river.

Tigers are masters of camouflage, capable of disappearing into forests and grasslands without a trace. With habitat loss and poaching continuing to threaten their survival, encounters like this are becoming increasingly rare — and even more extraordinary.

This is the raw beauty of the wild, untouched and unforgettable.

Watch Casey Anderson’s incredible journey in Trackers Diary: Tigers of Nepal, streaming on Curiosity Stream.
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After Russia invaded Ukraine, Western nations launched sweeping sanctions targeting the country’s oligarchs — the ultra-wealthy businessmen connected to the Kremlin.

From frozen bank accounts to seized superyachts and private jets, the crackdown reshaped the lives of Russia’s elite and became a key part of the global response to the war.

But how much power do oligarchs really hold in Russia, and can sanctions influence the Kremlin?

Watch the full story in Putin and the Oligarchs, streaming on CuriosityStream.
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